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US seeks deeper Pakistan ties in trade, technology and AI
US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker says Washington will continue working with Pakistan’s government, universities, innovators and private sector to expand economic ties under the Trump administration, according to the US Embassy in Pakistan.
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China's exports and imports surge in July
Exports climb 23.9% year-on-year last month; imports increase 27.5%, though that was down from the 36% surge seen in June, the General Administration of Customs (GAC) reported.
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US unveils 15% tariff on polysilicon products
White House says new tariff aims to 'create a level playing field for American producers of these strategic goods," and to "encourage onshoring of these industries.'
August 6, 2026
US ends its state of emergency over Hong Kong security threat
But it remains unclear whether Washington would restore preferential trade treatment for the financial hub -- a move that had accompanied the July 2020 emergency declaration.
July 18, 2026
Pakistan’s fiscal deficit set for 21-year low as trade deficit shrinks 39% in May
Pakistan is likely to post a fiscal deficit of 3.6% of its GDP in the current financial year, the lowest level in more than two decades.
June 4, 2026
Australia, EU agree to sweeping new trade pact after eight years
The accord is the latest agreed by Brussels in a push to diversify trade as Europe faces challenges from the United States and China.
March 24, 2026
China urges US to cancel unilateral tariffs after Supreme Court ruling
Commerce ministry says it is conducting a 'comprehensive assessment' of the ruling's impact, and calls on Washington to lift the tariffs.
February 23, 2026
Trade stalls as security concerns keep Pakistan–Afghanistan border shut
Trade between Islamabad and Kabul remains suspended as security concerns persist following cross-border clashes. Islamabad prioritizes border safety over commerce, saying trade will resume only once militant threats are contained, leaving Afghan traders facing mounting economic losses.
October 23, 2025
Dutch Supreme Court to rule on F-35 parts export to Israel
The Netherlands’ Supreme Court is set to deliver a ruling Friday on the government’s appeal against a ban on exporting F-35 fighter jet parts to Israel, a case that could influence European arms trade policies amid the ongoing Gaza conflict.
October 3, 2025