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China Blames US Trade Policies for Rising Tensions, Warns Against Economic Decoupling

China’s Commerce Minister Wang Wentao has attributed escalating trade tensions to US restrictive measures implemented after recent bilateral talks. The minister warned against economic decoupling during a meeting with Apple CEO Tim Cook in Beijing, according to official statements.

China Points to US Policies as Primary Cause of Trade Friction

China’s Commerce Minister Wang Wentao has publicly attributed the recent escalation in trade tensions between the world’s two largest economies to American policy decisions, according to reports from the Ministry of Commerce. The minister’s comments came during a meeting with Apple Inc. Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook in Beijing this week, where he discussed the current state of bilateral economic relations.

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US Tariffs Drive Sharp Decline in India Exports as Trade Talks Intensify

India’s exports to the United States have plummeted 37.5% over four consecutive months as new tariffs take effect. Trade negotiations between the two countries have resumed with the goal of concluding an agreement by next month amid ongoing disputes over agriculture and dairy access.

Significant Export Decline Following Tariff Implementation

India’s exports to the United States have reportedly plunged 37.5% over four consecutive months, dropping from $8.8 billion in May to $5.5 billion in September, according to recent trade analysis. The decline comes as new tariff measures implemented by the Trump administration continue to weigh heavily on bilateral trade relations between the two nations.

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US-China Trade Tensions Escalate Over Export Controls and Rare Earths

Trade tensions between the United States and China have intensified following new export controls on batteries and rare earth elements. Both nations have exchanged threats and retaliatory measures, creating uncertainty in global markets. The situation highlights what analysts describe as “mutually assured disruption” between the world’s two largest economies.

Escalating Trade Tensions

Trade relations between the United States and China have reached a new critical point as both nations implement aggressive export control measures, according to recent reports. The tension escalated when President Donald Trump threatened retaliation against Beijing’s new restrictions on batteries and rare earth elements, crucial components in numerous high-tech industries.