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Japan’s July Exports Experience Largest Decline in Over Four Years, Falling 2.6%—What It Means for the Economy

Japan’s July Exports Experience Largest Decline in Over Four Years, Falling 2.6%—What It Means for the Economy

Japan’s exports fell by 2.6% in July compared to last year. This dip is the largest since February 2021. Shipments ... Read more

US Deploys Warships to Clash over Disputed South China Sea Shoal Following Chinese Collision

US Deploys Warships to Clash over Disputed South China Sea Shoal Following Chinese Collision

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Tensions in the South China Sea have escalated recently after the U.S. deployed two warships near ... Read more

Global Stock Markets Diverge: Tokyo’s Nikkei Soars Nearly 2% Amid Tariff Developments

Global Stock Markets Diverge: Tokyo’s Nikkei Soars Nearly 2% Amid Tariff Developments

Global Market Update: A Mixed Bag on Friday As Friday unfolded, global markets presented a mixed picture. While Asian stocks ... Read more

US Automakers Sound Alarm: Trump’s 15% Tariff Deal with Japan Creates Unfair Competitive Edge

US Automakers Sound Alarm: Trump’s 15% Tariff Deal with Japan Creates Unfair Competitive Edge

U.S. automakers are on edge after President Trump announced a 15% tariff on Japanese cars. This change could put American ... Read more

Exploring the Countries Impacted by Trump’s Tariff Letters: What You Need to Know

Exploring the Countries Impacted by Trump’s Tariff Letters: What You Need to Know

President Donald Trump recently sent letters to 14 countries proposing higher tariffs if they don’t reach trade agreements with the ... Read more

New South Korean President Lee Commits to Strengthening Ties with the US and Japan While Seeking Dialogue with North Korea

New South Korean President Lee Commits to Strengthening Ties with the US and Japan While Seeking Dialogue with North Korea

South Korea’s new President, Lee Jae-myung, took office with promises to reignite talks with North Korea and strengthen ties with ... Read more

Key Players in Iran-US Nuclear Talks: How a Billionaire and a Veteran Diplomat Shape the Future

Key Players in Iran-US Nuclear Talks: How a Billionaire and a Veteran Diplomat Shape the Future

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The negotiations between Iran and the United States over Iran’s nuclear program are a ... Read more

Trump Launches Tariff Negotiations with Japan: A Strategic Move in Ongoing Trade Wars

Trump Launches Tariff Negotiations with Japan: A Strategic Move in Ongoing Trade Wars

President Donald Trump is stepping into trade talks with Japanese officials, highlighting the urgency of securing agreements in the wake ... Read more

Japanese Leader Aims to Bridge Global Divides at Upcoming Osaka Expo: A Vision for Unity

Japanese Leader Aims to Bridge Global Divides at Upcoming Osaka Expo: A Vision for Unity

OSAKA, Japan (AP) — At the opening ceremony for Expo 2025, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba shared his hopes for global ... Read more

Countdown to New Trump Tariffs: What the White House Isn’t Telling Us

Countdown to New Trump Tariffs: What the White House Isn’t Telling Us

Trump’s Tariff Talk: Unpacking the Impact on Global Trade Just before the stock market closed one day, reporters crowded into ... Read more