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U.S. Treasury Secretary reports ‘substantial progress’ in trade talks with China on day two of negotiations. Scott Bessent called the discussions productive and confirmed President Trump has been briefed. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer also expressed optimism, stating that a deal with China is within reach and that the differences were smaller than expected. More details are expected to be announced on Monday as talks continue!

Right now, there's great uncertainty across the world - things are changing by minute - tariffs pe tariffs are being imposed, and global trade has been rattled by Trump's tariffs... and all of this at a time when it was already disrupted due to the wars that have been taking place over the last couple of years. But even as Trump has at least currently paused tariffs on most countries besides the baseline 10%, he has ignited an all out trade war with China - and Xi isn't taking it lying down either. What implications does the fact that 2 of the biggest economies are in an economic war have for the world and when will we actually start feeling the impacts of the tariffs? Jonathan Starks, the CEO of FTR tells us - watch!

Gold prices on the MCX exploded on Friday, opening higher at ₹92,463 per 10 grams—well above its previous close of ₹92,033—and then surging to an all-time high of ₹93,736. MCX silver opened strong at ₹92,000 per kg, gaining momentum from Thursday’s close of ₹91,595. Watch!

Indian benchmark indices opened Tuesday in green while other Asia-Pacific markets also rose after Donald Trump paused tariffs on Canada and Mexico for a month. In separate negotiations, Canada and Mexico have agreed with the United States to pause planned tariffs for at least a month. President Donald Trump on Monday held off on his tariff threats against Mexico and Canada for 30 days after the two U.S. neighbors agreed to boost border security efforts. Watch!

U.S. has decided to ban new investments in Chinese tech companies. While it is not a blanket ban, it targets sharing of US expertise in sensitive areas like semiconductors, artificial intelligence, microelectronics and quantum information technology companies. U.S. fears China might use the expertise offered by U.S. investors to develop military technologies. This step is likely to further fuel the tensions between the two countries.

As the US-China trade war intensifies, China wields its control over rare earth minerals as a potent tool against American pressure. Recent export controls on metals used in semiconductors signal a deliberate retaliation. China's new laws, like the unreliable entities list and export-control law, are operational and impacting Western firms. Green-energy tech manufacturers heavily relying on China's supply chain face uncertainty, with proposed export bans on solar-panel technology. Chip metal restrictions pose challenges for the US defence industry. However, China must tread carefully as potential blowback could affect its own commerce. #uschinatradewar

China's export curbs on gallium and germanium in response to US restrictions on high-tech exports highlight the escalating tech rivalry between the superpowers. As they vie for supremacy, global electronic product prices may rise, hindering India's digital progress and energy transition. Discover the implications of these actions and the urgent need for moderation to ensure a continuous supply of critical minerals for global development. Stay tuned for insights into the US-China tech battle and its impact on India's interests.

The video focuses on how in a rapidly changing world, a new global order is emerging. This shift challenges the dominance of the US and China, as Russia turns to China for support and trade partnerships. Europe and the US diverge on their approach to China, while countries in East Asia seek alternatives for security. The US aims to disengage from China, but not all countries follow suit. The Middle East undergoes transformations as alliances shift, and India maintains its independence in strategic decision-making. The end of a unipolar world order is recognized, creating opportunities for Europe, Russia, India, and Japan-South Korea to become influential power centers. Explore the complexities and dynamics of this changing global landscape in the video.

The video highlights how India has been struggling to reduce its dependence on China, mainly due to the large scale and low cost of Chinese manufacturing. India's policymakers have attempted to address this issue through a range of measures, but imports from China continue to rise in many key categories. India is making efforts to encourage domestic production through production-linked incentive schemes in various sectors, but challenges remain, including a lack of manufacturing expertise and the disruption of global supply chains due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Overall, reducing India's dependence on China is a work in progress, and it will take time for these measures to have the desired impact.

Join us as we delve into the intricacies of China's leadership and the recent insights provided by the China Development Forum (CDF), a crucial annual gathering. In this video, we peel back the layers of China's leadership, revealing the delicate dance of power, loyalty, and policy within the government, as observed through Premier Li Qiang's engagement with Western observers.