China's US \$1 Trillion Trade Surplus: Record High Amidst Global Tensions
China achieved a record US \$1 trillion trade surplus in 2023 due to surging exports and reduced imports, exceeding historical surpluses of major economies; this success, however, coincides with domestic economic weakness and rising global trade tensions.
China's US \$1 Trillion Trade Surplus: Record High Amidst Global Tensions
China achieved a record US \$1 trillion trade surplus in 2023 due to surging exports and reduced imports, exceeding historical surpluses of major economies; this success, however, coincides with domestic economic weakness and rising global trade tensions.
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56% Bias Score
US Considers Ban on Chinese, Russian Drones Over Security Fears
The US government is considering banning the sale of Chinese and Russian-made commercial drones due to security concerns, potentially impacting DJI, the global market leader with 70-90% market share, and escalating US-China trade tensions.
US Considers Ban on Chinese, Russian Drones Over Security Fears
The US government is considering banning the sale of Chinese and Russian-made commercial drones due to security concerns, potentially impacting DJI, the global market leader with 70-90% market share, and escalating US-China trade tensions.
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44% Bias Score
Trump's LNG Tariffs Risk Economic Backlash
Donald Trump threatens tariffs on European Union LNG imports unless they purchase American LNG, a move economists warn will damage US economic growth and international relations, mirroring the negative impacts of his previous tariff war with China.
Trump's LNG Tariffs Risk Economic Backlash
Donald Trump threatens tariffs on European Union LNG imports unless they purchase American LNG, a move economists warn will damage US economic growth and international relations, mirroring the negative impacts of his previous tariff war with China.
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56% Bias Score
China's Exports Surge in December Amid US Trade Uncertainty
China's December exports jumped 10.7% year-on-year, exceeding forecasts, while imports grew 1.0%, defying expectations; this surge was partly due to pre-emptive shipments ahead of potential US tariffs under the incoming Trump administration, resulting in a $104.8 billion trade surplus.
China's Exports Surge in December Amid US Trade Uncertainty
China's December exports jumped 10.7% year-on-year, exceeding forecasts, while imports grew 1.0%, defying expectations; this surge was partly due to pre-emptive shipments ahead of potential US tariffs under the incoming Trump administration, resulting in a $104.8 billion trade surplus.
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36% Bias Score
Ontario Premier Rejects Trump's Annexation Proposal, Threatens Retaliation
President-elect Trump's threat to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian exports and his suggestion that Canada become the 51st U.S. state have been met with strong opposition from Ontario Premier Doug Ford, who countered by suggesting Canada purchase Alaska and Minnesota.
Ontario Premier Rejects Trump's Annexation Proposal, Threatens Retaliation
President-elect Trump's threat to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian exports and his suggestion that Canada become the 51st U.S. state have been met with strong opposition from Ontario Premier Doug Ford, who countered by suggesting Canada purchase Alaska and Minnesota.
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44% Bias Score
Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs on Canadian Imports
President-elect Donald Trump threatens 25% tariffs on all Canadian imports, citing trade imbalances and alleged USMCA violations, despite the extensive and integrated US-Canada trade relationship, potentially causing significant economic disruption to both nations.
Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs on Canadian Imports
President-elect Donald Trump threatens 25% tariffs on all Canadian imports, citing trade imbalances and alleged USMCA violations, despite the extensive and integrated US-Canada trade relationship, potentially causing significant economic disruption to both nations.
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52% Bias Score
Trump to Create "External Revenue Service" to Collect Tariffs
President-elect Donald Trump announced the creation of a new government agency, the External Revenue Service, to collect tariffs and duties from foreign sources starting January 20th, aiming to generate revenue from foreign trade and potentially replace some current tax collections, despite concerns...
Trump to Create "External Revenue Service" to Collect Tariffs
President-elect Donald Trump announced the creation of a new government agency, the External Revenue Service, to collect tariffs and duties from foreign sources starting January 20th, aiming to generate revenue from foreign trade and potentially replace some current tax collections, despite concerns...
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52% Bias Score
Trump's Tariffs Threaten Unprecedented Trade War with Canada
President-elect Trump's announcement of tariffs against Canada initiates an unprecedented trade war, jeopardizing a 150-year relationship characterized by peaceful dispute resolution, as seen in past successful third-party arbitrations involving environmental and maritime issues.
Trump's Tariffs Threaten Unprecedented Trade War with Canada
President-elect Trump's announcement of tariffs against Canada initiates an unprecedented trade war, jeopardizing a 150-year relationship characterized by peaceful dispute resolution, as seen in past successful third-party arbitrations involving environmental and maritime issues.
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48% Bias Score
China's Export Boom Masks Underlying Economic Weaknesses
China's 2024 exports reached a record $3.58 trillion, up 5.9% year-on-year, driven partly by pre-Trump administration stockpiling, while imports grew only 1.1%, leading to a near $1 trillion trade surplus; however, weakening domestic demand and trade tensions pose significant challenges.
China's Export Boom Masks Underlying Economic Weaknesses
China's 2024 exports reached a record $3.58 trillion, up 5.9% year-on-year, driven partly by pre-Trump administration stockpiling, while imports grew only 1.1%, leading to a near $1 trillion trade surplus; however, weakening domestic demand and trade tensions pose significant challenges.
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40% Bias Score
Trump Threatens Tariffs on Canadian Imports
President-elect Donald Trump threatened 25% tariffs on all Canadian imports, citing illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and USMCA violations, prompting condemnation from Canadian officials and concerns about economic repercussions for both nations.
Trump Threatens Tariffs on Canadian Imports
President-elect Donald Trump threatened 25% tariffs on all Canadian imports, citing illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and USMCA violations, prompting condemnation from Canadian officials and concerns about economic repercussions for both nations.
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40% Bias Score
Canada Prepares Retaliatory Tariffs Against Potential US Import Tax
Canada is preparing retaliatory tariffs on US goods, including ceramics, steel, and energy products, if President Trump imposes a 25% import tax on Canadian goods, potentially escalating into a trade war affecting global consumer prices.
Canada Prepares Retaliatory Tariffs Against Potential US Import Tax
Canada is preparing retaliatory tariffs on US goods, including ceramics, steel, and energy products, if President Trump imposes a 25% import tax on Canadian goods, potentially escalating into a trade war affecting global consumer prices.
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52% Bias Score
Canada Prepares Retaliatory Tariffs Amidst Potential US Trade War
Canada is preparing retaliatory tariffs on US goods, including energy, alcohol, and steel, if President-elect Trump imposes a 25% tariff on Canadian goods, potentially escalating into a trade war impacting global consumer prices and energy supplies.
Canada Prepares Retaliatory Tariffs Amidst Potential US Trade War
Canada is preparing retaliatory tariffs on US goods, including energy, alcohol, and steel, if President-elect Trump imposes a 25% tariff on Canadian goods, potentially escalating into a trade war impacting global consumer prices and energy supplies.
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48% Bias Score