Japan condemns China’s dual-use export ban as rare earth curbs loom
Japan called China's ban on dual-use exports for its military "absolutely unacceptable" on Wednesday, amid a looming threat of broader curbs on vital rare earths…
China buys more US soybeans, total purchases near 10 million tons
China's state stockpiler Sinograin bought 10 U.S. soybean cargoes this week, three traders told Reuters on Tuesday, as the world's top buyer continues purchasing from…
Australian media tycoon, US steel firm make $9 billion approach for BlueScope
Media billionaire Kerry Stokes made a near $9 billion buyout approach along with U.S.-based long-time suitor Steel Dynamics for Australia's top steelmaker BlueScope in a…
US farm agency names Benavidez as chief economist
The U.S. Department of Agriculture on Tuesday named Justin Benavidez, a former staffer on the House Agriculture Committee, as its new chief economist.
EU summons farm ministers to secure Mercosur deal backing
The European Union has convened EU agriculture ministers for last-minute talks on Wednesday to convince Italy and other wavering member countries to sign up to…
Vietnam’s annual growth reaches 8% as trade surplus with US hits record despite tariffs
Vietnam's economy grew by 8% in 2025, accelerating from the previous year's pace due to robust exports despite U.S. tariffs, preliminary government data showed on…
Indonesia trade surplus less than forecast, inflation quickens
Indonesia's trade surplus widened in November to $2.66 billion, official data showed on Monday, but was less than expectations after exports of commodities such as…
Callahan confirmed as USTR chief Ag negotiator
During the final night of the 119th Congress, the U.S. Senate confirmed Dr. Julie Callahan as the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative’s (USTR) chief…
Mexico to hike tariffs on China starting Thursday
Mexico's sweeping new tariffs on imports from mostly Asian countries are set to take effect on Thursday, in a move that will largely align Mexico…
China imposes curbs on beef imports to protect domestic industry
China will impose an added 55% tariff on beef imports that exceed quota levels from key supplier countries including Brazil, Australia and the U.S. in…
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