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China's business community opposes proposed US 'forced labor' tariffs

China's business community has expressed strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to a proposed US tariff measure targeting dozens of economies, including China, over allegations related to forced labor, according to the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade.
05-Jun-2026
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Japanese scholar warns intelligence council act risks 'dangerous path'

A Japanese scholar cautioned on Monday that the act to establish a national intelligence council lacks sufficient justification and could be used to expand intelligence surveillance and drive military buildup, with far-reaching consequences for Japan's future.
09-Jun-2026

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Pilots of crashed US helicopter unhurt, Israel and Iran pause strikes

A US Army helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, but US President Donald Trump said the two crew members aboard were not injured
09-Jun-2026

Israel halts strikes on Iran; 15 injured in Israeli attacks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday that the fire against Iran is currently "on hold," but warned that Israel will respond forcefully if Iran resumes its attacks.
09-Jun-2026

Israel & Iran trade blows as Trump insists peace talks to continue

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps blamed the US for the latest exchange of fire with Israel
08-Jun-2026

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