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AUD/USD climbs toward 0.6550 before China’s Trade Balance report

AUD/USD climbs toward 0.6550 before China's Trade Balance report

Following a drop of about 1.25% in the last session, AUD/USD saw an uptick, trading around 0.6530 during the Asian session on Monday. Even with China’s September trade balance registering at 645.47 billion yuan—down from 732.7 billion yuan previously—the exchange rate didn’t show significant changes. Exports grew by 8.4% year-on-year in September, contrasting with a […]

Start US mining immediately to counter China’s serious trade risks

Start US mining immediately to counter China's serious trade risks

America’s Rare Earth Dilemma Recently, President Trump issued a warning about a potential trade war with China, highlighting a significant challenge posed by China’s control of rare earth resources. It’s essential for the U.S. to rethink its mining policies, especially after the restrictions set during the Clinton administration left us relying heavily on the Chinese […]

A Quarter Century of China’s Edge and America’s Forgetfulness

A Quarter Century of China's Edge and America's Forgetfulness

China vs. the US: Enduring Regret Over Trade Normalization Welcome to Friday. Here’s a summary of the week’s news regarding the economy, the faltering expertise of leaders, and some significant policy errors from those in power. After 25 years of engaging with China, Beijing observed this milestone by restricting its own markets. Economists continue to […]

Trump responds to China’s bold move with significant tariffs

Trump responds to China's bold move with significant tariffs

Markets Respond to Trump’s Tariff Announcement On Friday, the stock market took a downturn following President Trump’s declaration of considerable tariff hikes on China. It seems, well, the response wasn’t surprising given the circumstances. The president described China’s actions as “very aggressive,” asserting that this decision was a reaction to the activities of the country’s […]

Senate Passes ‘FIGHT China Act’ to Stop US Support for China’s Military Expansion

Senate Passes ‘FIGHT China Act’ to Stop US Support for China’s Military Expansion

This week, the Senate approved two significant bills that aim to reshape the technology and security relationship between the U.S. and China, specifically limiting the flow of advanced research and federal funding to companies with ties to China. These measures are part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a yearly defense policy bill that […]

Microsoft Provides Software Supporting China’s Censorship System

Microsoft Provides Software Supporting China's Censorship System

Microsoft’s Involvement in China’s Censorship Landscape Microsoft is currently offering political censorship software through its Azure Marketplace in China, highlighting the company’s role in reinforcing the country’s system of political control. A recent investigation reveals that several American tech firms, including Dell, IBM, and Microsoft, have significantly contributed to the development of China’s modern surveillance […]

Trump’s TikTok victory doesn’t eliminate China’s concealed tech risk

Trump's TikTok victory doesn't eliminate China's concealed tech risk

Trump’s Control of TikTok: A Mixed Bag President Donald Trump and his team arguably deserve recognition for the strategic move they made regarding TikTok, a popular video-sharing app that has emerged as a significant source of news in the U.S. However, this deal could be perceived as flawed. Critics have described it, perhaps justifiably, as […]

Trump might be leaving Taiwan vulnerable to China’s influence.

Trump might be leaving Taiwan vulnerable to China's influence.

Reports indicate that the Trump administration is holding back approximately $400 million in military aid to Taiwan, a move that many find intrusive. The administration hasn’t finalized its decision, and the reasons seem disconnected from Taiwan’s defense needs, echoing the 2019 withholding of security assistance. The threat posed by China to Taiwan is serious. Personally, […]