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IMF advises Asia on trade: Lower non-tariff barriers, strengthen regional ties; helps reduce US tariff risk

Representative image (AI-generated) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Friday urged Asian countries to lower non-tariff barriers and boost regional trade integration. The organisation said that this would help them reduce vulnerability to US tariffs and global economic shocks.Trade has been a major driver of Asia’s economic growth, with China serving as the global hub…

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‘Egregious behavior’: Trump says he’s ending trade talks with Canada over TV ads – All you need to know

Donald Trump, Mark Carney (AP) US President Donald Trump announced late Thursday that he is halting “all trade negotiations” with Canada, citing recent television ads protesting US tariffs as “egregious behavior” intended to influence American court decisions.“The Ronald Reagan Foundation has just announced that Canada has fraudulently used an advertisement, which is FAKE, featuring Ronald…

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Asian stocks today: Markets trade in red tracking Wall Street’s losses; Nikkei down almost 800 points, Kospi sheds 1%

Stock markets in Asia struggled on Wednesday, mirroring Wall Street losses as investors weighed worries that this year’s tech-driven rally may be approaching its limits. Hong Kong’s HSI fell 22 points or 0.09% to 25,759. Nikkei traded at 48,509, shedding 797 points or 1.6%. Shanghai and Shenzhen also traded in red, down 0.66% and 0.87%,…

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India-Germany ties: Piyush Goyal to visit Berlin on 25 years of Strategic Partnership; trade, investment on agenda

File photo: Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal (Picture credit: ANI) Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal will embark on an official visit to Berlin, Germany, from Thursday, marking a milestone in India-Germany engagement, as 2025 commemorates the 25th anniversary of the India–Germany Strategic Partnership. The visit aims to deepen bilateral economic ties…

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IPL trade: Ishan Kishan returning home? Lot of interest for wicketkeeper-batter | Cricket News

New Delhi: Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Ishan Kishan plays a shot during an Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 T20 cricket match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, in New Delhi. (PTI Photo/Atul Yadav) *** Local Caption *** NEW DELHI: The Indian Premier League (IPL) mini-auction is still some time away but…

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‘Activate your embassy in Kabul’: Taliban urges US to reopen mission; seeks trade, ties

Zabihullah Mujahid (File photo) The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, ruled by the Taliban, has reiterated its intention to maintain good relations with all countries, including the United States. The Taliban government also urged Washington to reopen its embassy in Kabul, according to a report by Tolo News. India Upgrades Technical Mission In Kabul To Full…

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How a single ‘technical rule’ change by America angered China, leading to escalation in US-China trade tensions

FILE – American flags are displayed with Chinese flags in Beijing. (AP Photo/Andy Wong, File) Beijing’s recent expansion of rare earth export controls appeared to intensify the US-China trade war, but analysts point out the dispute began with a US action in late September. According to a report in the South China Morning Post, the…

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