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French Farmers Protest EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Over Beef Imports
French farmers are protesting the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement, fearing increased competition from 99,000 tons of beef imports (1.6% of EU production) and impacts on poultry and sugar, with concerns echoed by Ireland, Poland, Austria, and potentially Italy, threatening ratification.
French Farmers Protest EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Over Beef Imports
French farmers are protesting the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement, fearing increased competition from 99,000 tons of beef imports (1.6% of EU production) and impacts on poultry and sugar, with concerns echoed by Ireland, Poland, Austria, and potentially Italy, threatening ratification.
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44% Bias Score
Okonjo-Iweala Reappointed as WTO Director-General
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the WTO Director-General, was reappointed on November 29th, ahead of schedule at the request of African countries to prepare for the 2026 ministerial conference in Cameroon, showcasing her impactful leadership and the rising influence of African nations.
Okonjo-Iweala Reappointed as WTO Director-General
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the WTO Director-General, was reappointed on November 29th, ahead of schedule at the request of African countries to prepare for the 2026 ministerial conference in Cameroon, showcasing her impactful leadership and the rising influence of African nations.
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44% Bias Score
China's Open Market Fuels Foreign Investment Amidst Global Headwinds
Amidst global economic uncertainty, China's persistent market opening—demonstrated by record FDI and outbound investment, along with initiatives like the China International Import Expo and free trade zones—provides significant opportunities for foreign companies, boosting global economic stability ...
China's Open Market Fuels Foreign Investment Amidst Global Headwinds
Amidst global economic uncertainty, China's persistent market opening—demonstrated by record FDI and outbound investment, along with initiatives like the China International Import Expo and free trade zones—provides significant opportunities for foreign companies, boosting global economic stability ...
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56% Bias Score
China's Industrial Output Rises, But Weak Retail Sales Raise Concerns
China's industrial output grew by 5.4% in November, exceeding expectations, but retail sales slowed to a three-month low of 3%, raising concerns about the sustainability of economic recovery amidst potential increases in US tariffs under a second Trump administration.
China's Industrial Output Rises, But Weak Retail Sales Raise Concerns
China's industrial output grew by 5.4% in November, exceeding expectations, but retail sales slowed to a three-month low of 3%, raising concerns about the sustainability of economic recovery amidst potential increases in US tariffs under a second Trump administration.
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44% Bias Score
India's Economic Slowdown: 5.4 Percent Contraction in Q3 2023
India's economy contracted by 5.4 percent in the July-September quarter, lower than the projected 7 percent, due to weak consumer demand, reduced government spending, and low global market share (2 percent in 2023); experts cite high tariffs and a focus on rupee stability as contributing factors.
India's Economic Slowdown: 5.4 Percent Contraction in Q3 2023
India's economy contracted by 5.4 percent in the July-September quarter, lower than the projected 7 percent, due to weak consumer demand, reduced government spending, and low global market share (2 percent in 2023); experts cite high tariffs and a focus on rupee stability as contributing factors.
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44% Bias Score
Trump Import Tax Hikes to Increase Prices for American Consumers
The incoming Trump administration's proposed import tax increases will lead to higher prices for various consumer goods, including shoes, toys, food, and electronics, significantly impacting American households, particularly lower-income ones, according to new research.
Trump Import Tax Hikes to Increase Prices for American Consumers
The incoming Trump administration's proposed import tax increases will lead to higher prices for various consumer goods, including shoes, toys, food, and electronics, significantly impacting American households, particularly lower-income ones, according to new research.
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48% Bias Score
France Threatens to Block EU-Mercosur Trade Deal
A massive trade deal between the EU and four South American countries is facing major opposition in France, due to concerns that it will harm the French farming sector, potentially leading to a blockage of the deal unless at least three other EU countries representing at least 35% of the EU populati...
France Threatens to Block EU-Mercosur Trade Deal
A massive trade deal between the EU and four South American countries is facing major opposition in France, due to concerns that it will harm the French farming sector, potentially leading to a blockage of the deal unless at least three other EU countries representing at least 35% of the EU populati...
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60% Bias Score
China to Raise Budget Deficit to Record High Amid US Tariff Concerns
China will raise its budget deficit to 4 percent of GDP in 2024, a record high, to counteract the expected increase in US tariffs under a Trump administration, while maintaining a 5 percent GDP growth target for 2024 and 2025.
China to Raise Budget Deficit to Record High Amid US Tariff Concerns
China will raise its budget deficit to 4 percent of GDP in 2024, a record high, to counteract the expected increase in US tariffs under a Trump administration, while maintaining a 5 percent GDP growth target for 2024 and 2025.
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40% Bias Score
UK Joins CPTPP Trade Bloc Amid US-China Tensions
The UK became the first new member of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) on July 1, 2024, aiming to strengthen its trade ties in the Indo-Pacific amid rising US-China trade tensions and global trade fragmentation, despite projected modest short-term eco...
UK Joins CPTPP Trade Bloc Amid US-China Tensions
The UK became the first new member of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) on July 1, 2024, aiming to strengthen its trade ties in the Indo-Pacific amid rising US-China trade tensions and global trade fragmentation, despite projected modest short-term eco...
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44% Bias Score
US Businesses Divided Over Trump's Proposed Tariffs
Proposed tariffs on imports are dividing US businesses; some welcome them as a defense against foreign competition, while others fear higher costs for consumers, impacting affordability and potentially inflation.
US Businesses Divided Over Trump's Proposed Tariffs
Proposed tariffs on imports are dividing US businesses; some welcome them as a defense against foreign competition, while others fear higher costs for consumers, impacting affordability and potentially inflation.
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36% Bias Score
Trump Tariffs Divide Businesses: Protection vs. Increased Costs
President Trump's proposed tariffs are creating a rift among American businesses, with some celebrating potential protection from foreign competition while others anticipate increased costs and decreased sales, impacting consumer prices.
Trump Tariffs Divide Businesses: Protection vs. Increased Costs
President Trump's proposed tariffs are creating a rift among American businesses, with some celebrating potential protection from foreign competition while others anticipate increased costs and decreased sales, impacting consumer prices.
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44% Bias Score
Trump Sides with Dockworkers, Opposing Port Automation
President-elect Trump voiced support for the International Longshoreman's Association (ILA) union, opposing port automation before their January 15 contract deadline with the U.S. Maritime Alliance, citing potential job losses and emphasizing the need to prioritize American workers over cost savings...
Trump Sides with Dockworkers, Opposing Port Automation
President-elect Trump voiced support for the International Longshoreman's Association (ILA) union, opposing port automation before their January 15 contract deadline with the U.S. Maritime Alliance, citing potential job losses and emphasizing the need to prioritize American workers over cost savings...
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52% Bias Score
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