U.S. and China Reach Framework for Trade Deal Ahead of Xi-Trump Meeting

U.S. and China Reach Framework for Trade Deal Ahead of Xi-Trump Meeting

Senior U.S. and Chinese economic officials have agreed on the framework of a potential trade deal, setting the stage for a high profile meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping later this week. The agreement aims to pause new tariffs and ease export restrictions as both nations seek to stabilize their […]

World Leaders Focus on Strengthening Economic and Trade Ties After Trump’s Departure from ASEAN Summit

World Leaders Focus on Strengthening Economic and Trade Ties After Trump’s Departure from ASEAN Summit

As U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio departed early from the ASEAN Summit to continue their diplomatic tour in Japan, world leaders and senior officials remaining at the conference shifted focus toward advancing multilateral trade and economic cooperation. Representatives from China, Brazil, Canada, the European Council, and the 11-nation ASEAN bloc […]

Brazil, Nigeria Sign Bilateral Agreements to Boost Trade and Cooperation

Brazil, Nigeria Sign Bilateral Agreements to Boost Trade and Cooperation

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have signed a series of bilateral agreements aimed at revitalizing trade and deepening diplomatic and economic cooperation between the two nations. The signing took place at the Planalto Palace during President Tinubu’s state visit to Brazil marking a renewed effort to strengthen […]

President Lee Proposes "Pragmatic Alliance" with U.S., Emphasizes Manufacturing and Security

President Lee Proposes “Pragmatic Alliance” with U.S., Emphasizes Manufacturing and Security

Following a high-profile meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has proposed what he calls a “pragmatic alliance” between Seoul and Washington, signaling a new chapter in the 70 year old U.S.-Korea partnership. Speaking at a prominent Washington think tank, President Lee said the evolving global landscape calls for a […]

South Korea's President Lee and China’s Xi Pledge to Deepen Economic, Security Ties in First Call

South Korea’s President Lee and China’s Xi Pledge to Deepen Economic, Security Ties in First Call

In their first official conversation since South Korean President Lee Jae-myung took office last week, President Lee and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening economic cooperation and promoting stability on the Korean Peninsula, according to a statement from the South Korean presidential office. President Lee expressed his desire to foster […]