US, UK agree to zero tariffs on medicines; UK commits to higher spending
The deal involves a major change in how the UK values drugs and will apply to all new medicines, not just US ones.
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Prices increase as Americans prepare for Thanksgiving
Despite White House claims, prices on key staples are on the rise, including cranberry sauce and potatoes.
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China spat with Japan on Taiwan deepens, reaches UN: What’s it all about?
The spat has rapidly escalated into a trade and diplomatic war set to affect businesses on both sides.
How Trump’s absence marks leadership opportunity for China at G20
Beijing is expected to strike a conciliatory tone at this year’s G20 and expand its foothold in the African continent.
US tariffs cast shadow over Nuevo Leon’s steel industry in Mexico
Mexican steel and aluminium exports to the US are down because of tariffs, hurting local small businesses.
US economy adds 119,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate rises
The unemployment rate rose to 4.4 percent as the labour market cools.
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China to suspend imports of Japanese seafood amid diplomatic row: Reports
Diplomatic dispute deepens between Tokyo and Beijing over Taiwan remarks by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
US to slash tariffs on Switzerland to 15% from crippling 39%
The new slab will bring tariffs on Swiss imports to the same level as for the European Union.
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US, South Korea to ‘move forward’ on building nuclear-powered submarines
President Lee Jae Myung said US also supports Seoul’s greater role in ‘uranium enrichment and spent-fuel reprocessing’.
White House explores $2,000 tariff dividend; budget experts are sceptical
On Wednesday, the White House said US President Trump is committed to the plan of sharing tariff revenue with Americans.
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Toyota opens US battery plant, confirms $10bn investment plan
The carmaker first announced the plan for battery production in 2021.
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