He said the IMF is “failing to critique the countries that need it most.” Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent spoke to the Institute of International Finance this past week,…
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Vice President Reports Progress on Trade Agreement with India
He stated his belief that “the future of the 21st century is going to be determined by the strength of the US-India partnership.” Vice President JD Vance announced…
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DHL Halts Consumer Shipments to U.S. Worth Over $800 Due to Tariffs
The service says the updated customs declaration policy is causing “multi-day transit delays.” International shipping service DHL announced that it will be pausing shipments from foreign businesses to…
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China Pauses All Exports of Rare Earth Minerals
President Trump continues to look into alternate sources, including domestic production of minerals. China recently halted its exports of rare earth minerals after the tariff escalation with President…
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Special Envoy Receives Outline from Russia on Truce Terms
The special envoy and secretary of state are now in Paris for discussions with French officials. U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff received details from Russian President Vladimir Putin…
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NEC Director Announces 130 Nations Engaging in Trade Negotiations
He says the administration has made “astonishing” progress. White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett reported that President Donald Trump’s trade team has made progress on the…
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Commerce Secretary Says Semiconductor Tariffs are Coming Soon
The tech exemptions from President Trump are temporary. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick explained President Trump’s decision to incorporate tariff exemptions for key electronic components on Sunday. He said…
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USDA Opens Applications for 2026 Export Market Development Programs
Launches four programs ahead of Secretary Rollins’ international trade trips. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced the launch of four agricultural trade programs for the 2026…
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EU Pauses Retaliatory Tariffs After President Trump Pauses Tariffs
The EU is matching President Trump’s 90-day pause and preparing for trade negotiations. President Donald Trump implemented dozens of steep tariffs last week, largely implementing half the percentage…
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Supreme Court Reverses District Court Order to Rehire of Federal Employees
District judge had ordered thousands of probationary workers be rehired as a lawsuit plays out. The Supreme Court reversed a lower court’s order to rehire thousands of fired…
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