Tokyo had expected smooth tariff negotiations but is experiencing whiplash, becoming a central target of President Trump’s trade frustrations.
Japan vows to seek U.S. auto tariff concessions in trade talks
Japan's trade deal with the U.S. must include tariff concessions for its vital automobile industry, top trade negotiator Ryosei Akazawa said on Tuesday, after President Donald Trump announced 25% tariffs on goods from Japan starting August 1.
Did China provide ‘external support’ to Pakistan during conflict with India? Asim Munir says
Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir refuted India's claims of external military support from China and Turkiye during recent border clashes, labeling them as factually incorrect.
India’s markets regulator says no proposal to link options leverage limits to cash positions
India's markets regulator said on Tuesday that there was no proposal under consideration to link options leverage limits to cash positions.
Exclusive: India aims to import about 10% of its cooking gas from US from 2026, say sources
India plans to source about 10% of its cooking gas imports from the U.S. beginning in 2026 as part of a broader effort to boost energy purchases to narrow its trade gap with Washington, four industry ...
Map Shows ‘Nuclear Weapons-Free Zone’ Backed by Russia and China
Russia and China would be the first nuclear powers to sign a treaty barring use of the weapons in Southeast Asia.
China says it will retaliate on unfavorable deals after Trump warns Asia of higher tariffs
Chinese state media warned the Trump administration against striking deals that sideline China, after the president announced that Asian countries would face higher tariffs starting on Aug. 1.
At least eight killed and dozens missing after floods on Nepal-China border
By Gopal Sharma KATHMANDU (Reuters) -At least eight people were killed and over two dozen were missing after the Bhote Koshi River flooded, washing away the "Friendship Bridge" that links China and ...
Monsoon floods sweep away 20 people and the main bridge linking Nepal to China
KATHMANDU, Nepal — A mountain river flooded by monsoon rains swept away the main bridge connecting Nepal with China on Tuesday, leaving 20 people missing, Nepali authorities said.
Citizens of more than 70 countries can now visit China without a visa
China now allows citizens from 74 countries to enter visa-free for up to 30 days. This policy aims to boost tourism, the economy, and China's global influence.