#USA
No zero-tariff deal: Sri Lanka falls short in US trade talks
While Sri Lanka remains hopeful of concluding a proposed trade agreement with the United States before August, the Government has made it clear...
Sri Lanka to procure US West Texas Intermediate crude oil?
The government is reportedly looking at the possibility of procuring US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil in a bid to reduce the...
China’s economy beats expectations in face of Trump’s trade war
China’s economy grew more strongly than expected in the second quarter as it proved resilient in the face of Donald Trump’s trade war....
China opposes potential US strike on Iran
China on Thursday opposed potential US military action against Iran, urging restraint and respect for sovereignty to prevent further escalation in the Middle...
Trump threatens contract cuts, Musk endorses impeachment as public spat escalates
One of the most powerful alliances in American politics appears to be over. President Donald Trump and Elon Musk explosively sparred on their...
Trump issues new travel ban covering a dozen countries
President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed a proclamation banning travelers from 12 countries and partially restricting travelers from seven others, starting on Monday,...
US pushes countries for best offers by Wednesday as tariff deadline looms
The Trump administration wants countries to provide their best offer on trade negotiations by Wednesday as officials seek to accelerate talks with multiple...
China says US is ‘provoking frictions’ as tensions flare despite trade truce
China has accused the United States of “provoking new economic and trade frictions” as it responded to US President Donald Trump’s claims that...
