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Key FactsKaroline Leavitt's Dress Sparks Controversy
Apr 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: channelnewsasia.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: channelnewsasia.com
- White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt faced backlash in China for wearing a dress reportedly made in China.
- Her red dress from UK brand Self-Portrait, designed by a Malaysian Chinese designer, was labeled 'hypocritical' given the ongoing US-China trade tensions.
- Users on platforms like Weibo and Xiaohongshu mocked the contradiction between Trump's 'America First' agenda and Leavitt's fashion choice.
- The debate over the dress also raised questions about the manufacturing origins of Trump's 'Make America Great Again' caps.
"Accusing China is business. Buying China is life."— Zhang Zhisheng, China's consul-general in Denpasar, Indonesia, commented on the controversies surrounding Karoline Leavitt's dress.
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Key FactsTrump Pressures Apple to Halt Production in India
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: livemint.com
- President Donald Trump urged Tim Cook to cease manufacturing in India and increase production in the United States.
- Trump made this statement during a Middle Eastern visit, asserting that India can manage on its own.
- Despite India's offer of a no-tariff deal, Trump highlighted high tariff barriers as an obstacle for American products.
- This stance may impede India's goal of becoming a global tech manufacturing hub.
I don’t want you building in India. India can take care of itself.— Donald Trump during his Middle East tour, referring to his conversation with Apple CEO Tim Cook.
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Key FactsWalmart Announces Price Increases Due to Tariffs
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Walmart warns of price increases as tariffs raise costs.
- Price hikes will begin later this month, with noticeable increases by June.
- Despite tariff challenges, Walmart remains strong and is attracting wealthier customers.
- Analysts believe Walmart is well-positioned to manage tariffs and gain market share.
The lack of clarity that exists in today’s dynamic operating environment makes the very near-term exceedingly difficult to forecast.— Walmart stated on Thursday that trade uncertainty makes it difficult to plan for the future.
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- iPhone shipments in China dropped by 49.6% year-over-year in March 2025, totaling just 1.89 million units.
- Apple's market share decreased to around 8%, while domestic brands now account for 92% of smartphone shipments.
- Increased competition from local brands like Huawei, Vivo, and Xiaomi has pushed Apple to fifth place with a 14.1% market share.
- To counteract declining sales, Apple is reportedly reducing prices on some iPhone 16 Pro models ahead of the '618' shopping festival.
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Key FactsIndia Rejects China's Naming of Arunachal Pradesh Locations
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thewire.in
- India firmly rejected China's attempt to assign new names to locations in Arunachal Pradesh.
- China's Ministry of Civil Affairs recently released a fifth batch of standardized geographical names for the region.
- Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for India's Ministry of External Affairs, stated that such creative naming does not change Arunachal Pradesh's integral status within India.
- In response, China's Foreign Ministry reaffirmed its claim that the area, referred to as 'Zangnan,' is part of Chinese territory.
"Creative naming will not alter the undeniable reality that Arunachal Pradesh was, is, and will always remain an integral and inalienable part of India."— Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs of India, responding to China's naming attempt.
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Key FactsBoeing Secures Record Deal with Qatar Airways
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bloomberg.com
- Boeing has secured a record order for up to 210 aircraft from Qatar Airways, including 130 787 Dreamliners and 30 777X models.
- The agreement, signed in the presence of President Trump, is valued at approximately $96 billion.
- CEO Kelly Ortberg, who returned after a corporate crisis, sees this deal as a sign of Boeing's recovery and support for U.S. jobs.
- This order reinforces the relationship between Qatar Airways and Boeing, as the company meets the rising demand for long-haul aircraft post-pandemic.
"Boeing is starting to recapture operational momentum after an extended strike and door-plug blowout hamstrung performance last year for its more than $50 billion of bonds."— Matthew Geudtner, a Bloomberg Intelligence credit analyst, discussing Boeing's recovery.
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Key FactsUS Enforces Global Ban on Huawei AI Chips
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: asia.nikkei.com
- The U.S. government is imposing a global ban on the use of Huawei's AI chips.
- This action comes despite a recent easing of tensions in the tariff conflict between Washington and Beijing.
- The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) issued new guidelines regarding chips for artificial intelligence.
- Using Huawei's Ascend chips without a license is deemed a violation of U.S. export control regulations.
Fear of sabotage: US investigators apparently find suspicious radio modules from China in solar installations
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Key FactsWBD Renames Streaming Service to HBO Max
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: axios.com
- The entity behind the streaming service is set to rename it from "Max" to "HBO Max" this summer, emphasizing a commitment to premium programming.
- This name change follows a recent update in Max's visual design that aligns it more closely with HBO's branding.
- The rebranding effort is part of a long history of identity transformations that HBO has undergone under various owners.
- The platform achieved profitability in 2024 and aims to exceed 150 million subscribers by the close of 2026.
"With the course we are on and strong momentum we are enjoying, we believe HBO Max far better represents our current consumer proposition. And it clearly states our implicit promise to deliver content that is recognized as unique and, to steal a line we always said at HBO, worth paying for."— Casey Bloys, chairman and CEO of HBO and Max Content, about the renaming of Max to HBO Max.
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Key FactsChina Critiques UK-US Trade Agreement
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- China has criticized the trade agreement between the United Kingdom and the United States.
- The deal may lead to the exclusion of Chinese products from British supply chains.
- China emphasized that agreements between countries should not target other nations.
- The Chinese foreign ministry stated that cooperation should not be detrimental to third parties.
"Co-operation between states should not be conducted against or to the detriment of the interests of third parties."— China's foreign ministry commented on the trade deal between the United Kingdom and the United States.
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Key FactsNATO Diplomats Discuss Ukraine-Russia Conflict
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bloomberg.com
- President Trump emphasized that a resolution to the Ukraine war hinges on a meeting with Putin.
- The Russian president sent low-level officials to the Istanbul talks, which Ukraine dismissed as inadequate.
- Western European diplomats criticized Putin's actions and called for coordinated sanctions if he refuses to engage in talks.
- The NATO ministers' conference in Antalya provided an opportunity to formulate a unified strategy for supporting Ukraine.
Nothing’s going to happen until Putin and I get together.— US President Donald Trump on the necessity of meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin to resolve the conflict in Ukraine.
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Key FactsIndia-Pakistan Conflict: Testing Ground for Chinese Military Technology
May 13 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thediplomat.com
- Recent clashes between India and Pakistan marked the first combat use of several Chinese weapon systems.
- Pakistan effectively deployed Chinese combat aircraft and air defense systems, highlighting its growing reliance on Chinese military technology.
- The success of these systems could enhance China's military capabilities on the global stage and alleviate concerns regarding their combat effectiveness.
- China's military support positions Pakistan as a strategic ally in South Asia while showcasing the technological superiority of Chinese defense products.
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Key FactsTesla Resumes Shipping Chinese Parts for Production
May 14 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Tesla plans to resume shipping components from China for Cybercab and Semi truck production to the U.S. by the end of May following a trade truce between the two nations.
- However, the situation remains uncertain due to potential unpredictability from the U.S. government.
- The company aims to begin trial production in October and start mass production by 2026.
- Tariffs intended to support U.S. manufacturing have adversely affected Tesla and its CEO Elon Musk, who advocates for free trade.
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Key FactsTrump's Tariff Strategy: Achievements and Challenges
May 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The U.S.-China tariff truce has initially boosted global stock prices but fails to address longstanding concerns about China's economic model.
- The Trump administration faces challenges in conducting complex negotiations with China and other countries within a tight timeframe.
- Experts doubt substantial agreements with China can be reached in the next 90 days, while compliance with past commitments remains questionable.
- Long-term solutions are essential to resolve deep trade differences between the U.S. and China, but time is limited and uncertainty persists.
"What we really need is more consistency. U.S. companies need to be able to plan instead of scramble to reroute supply chains, which can be difficult to do quickly. And American families are quite spooked by the impact these and other tariffs are going to have on their pocketbook."— Miriam Sapiro, a nonresident fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and former acting USTR chief under then-President Barack Obama.
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Key FactsChina's Rapid Influence in Latin America
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dw.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dw.com
- Brazil is planning a significant rail link to Peru's Chancay megaport, funded by China, to reshape trade routes.
- Chinese President Xi Jinping offered billions in credit to strengthen ties with Latin America and the Caribbean amid US trade policy uncertainty.
- Experts highlight that China's long-term strategies make it a more reliable partner for Latin America compared to unpredictable US policies.
- Trade relations between China and Latin America have significantly improved in recent decades, leading to a growing Chinese influence in the region.
"The US government sees Latin America as a problem. The Chinese government sees it as a region full of economic opportunities."— Mauricio Santoro, a Brazilian political scientist, speaking to DW.
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Key FactsInflation Drops Amid Tariffs, Future Increases Anticipated
May 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
- Inflation decreased to 2.3% in April, marking the smallest rise in over four years.
- Despite a 0.4% drop in grocery prices, new tariffs are expected to lead to inflation increases in the coming months.
- Some companies have already announced price hikes, and tariffs on Chinese goods are likely to raise costs further.
- Economists predict tariffs will increase inflation by 1.7%, raising average household expenses by approximately $2,800 this year.
We’re not out of the inflationary cost woods yet.— Matt Priest, president and CEO of the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America, commented on the ongoing impact of tariffs on costs and pricing.
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Hollow victory on tariffs: China deal only softens self-inflicted blow: Only in the upside-down world of Donald Trump's second term can 30% import duties on our ...
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Actress Christy Chung wows netizens in rare photoshoot with all 3 daughters: With Chung's eldest child living abroad, it's not often that all three daughters are ...
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ASEAN can be mediator in US-China rivalry: Indonesia's Yudhoyono: TOKYO -- With rivalries among the U.S., China and other powers intensifying ...
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Trump considers lifting sanctions against Syria: US President Trump likes to be the center of attention. For days, he has been saying that he will soon make a ...
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Exclusive | Wanted: China-born researchers to leave US to work in China. Attractive pay
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2 Chinese students in Singapore charged with faking Malaysia kidnapping to extort $900k from one of their mothers
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Opinion: Thanks to Pete Hegseth, I'm censored more here than in China: The Chinese have been more open than Pete Hegseth to my presentations, and that of others ...
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China’s Xi Jinping backs Panama against US over canal: Chinese president offers greater co-operation with Latin American countries
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China Builds New Structure in Disputed Waters Claimed by US Ally: Japan believes China's continued installation of oil and natural gas platforms violates the ...
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In Saudi Arabia, US and China vie for influence and the kingdom wins: analysts: Donald Trump’s recent ‘landmark’ deals with Riyadh valued at US$600 billion ...
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Paid articlePaywall USA blog: Harvard president forgoes a quarter of his salary: In the dispute with the Trump administration, things are getting personal for the president of the ...
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Japan restaurant apologises after affiliate bans Chinese customers for being ‘impolite’
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Trump capitulates in the tariff dispute with China, but sees himself as the winner
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China's robot makers aim to automate Japan's industrial heartland: NAGOYA, Japan -- A growing number of Chinese robotics startups are setting up facilities in ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Technology/China-s-robot-makers-aim-to-automate-Japan-s-industrial-heartland
Trump tariffs aimed at reviving US jobs, but experts warn of complex challenges: Trump claims tariffs on China will restore U.S. jobs, but experts warn ...
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Trump's trade disruption stalls business for these Seattle workers : As the Trump administration seesaws on tariffs, day truck drivers who depend on port traffic ...
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Trump tariff twists drive Chinese manufacturers to Southeast Asia: HONG KONG -- U.S. President Donald Trump's initial trade war with China triggered a wave ...
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