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China, US solicit opinions on tariff cut measures: commerce ministry

The Chinese and US economic and trade teams are discussing a reciprocal tariff reduction framework, with each side planning tariff cuts worth $30 billion, Meng Huating, an official of China's Ministry of Commerce, said on Thursday.
23-Jul-2026
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Japanese PM submits statement as smear video scandal criticism grows

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Wednesday submitted a written statement by her secretary to parliament, denying allegations that her campaign team had created and distributed videos smearing political rivals, which drew criticism from opposition parties and the public.
23-Jul-2026

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Trump weighs bigger Iran strikes as two-front risk grows

US President Donald Trump said he is "seriously considering" launching renewed large-scale military operations against Iran, including strikes larger than the US military campaign codenamed "Operation Epic Fury," which was launched on February 28, Axios reported on Thursday.
24-Jul-2026

Explosions heard near US base in northern Iraq as fighting escalates

Sirens rang out in Bahrain on Friday, hours after a 13th night of US strikes against Iran
24-Jul-2026

From missiles to markets: The price of escalation in Iran

When missiles fly, markets panic, and the bill arrives everywhere: at the pump, in the port, and eventually on the dinner table.
24-Jul-2026

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