Global Trade and Political Diplomacy

U.S.-China Trade Talks:

There is significant focus on upcoming high-stakes talks between the U.S. and China to potentially strike a trade deal, which could end months of global economic uncertainty over tariffs and trade disputes, including those concerning rare earths and soybeans.

U.S.-South Korea Trade Deal:

The U.S. and South Korea announced a new major trade and investment deal designed to deepen economic cooperation, ease tariff barriers, and promote joint ventures in key technologies and energy.

Tariff Disputes:

The U.S. has been engaging in a number of tariff-related actions, including the threat of additional tariffs on Canada in a dispute over an anti-tariff advertisement.