In a dramatic escalation of the trade war, China vows to 'fight to the end' against President Trump's threats to impose a 50% tariff on Chinese goods. The Ministry of Commerce decries U.S. actions as unilateral bullying, signaling potential retaliation.
In a significant call, President Trump and Vladimir Putin discussed a potential ceasefire in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, with hopes for improved relations and peace negotiations starting in the Middle East.
In a recent press conference, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi declared that China will retaliate against US tariffs and criticized Washington's approach to bilateral relations, especially concerning the fentanyl crisis and Taiwan.
Trump and Ishiba reaffirmed commitment to enhancing U.S.-Japan Alliance for peace, defense cooperation, economic growth, and regional stability in the Indo-Pacific amidst rising security challenges.