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Japan protests China's airspace 'violation' near disputed islands
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Japan protests China's airspace 'violation' near disputed islands

The islands in the East China Sea -- known as the Diaoyu in China and Senkaku in Japan -- are claimed by Beijing but administered by Tokyo and are a frequent hotspot in bilateral tensions

US economy unexpectedly shrinks in first three months of Trump presidency
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US economy unexpectedly shrinks in first three months of Trump presidency

Report says the world’s largest economy shrank by 0.3% in Q1, following 2.4% growth in late 2024

China says 'no phone call' recently between Xi and Trump
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China says 'no phone call' recently between Xi and Trump

Chinese official says Beijing is on the 'right side of history' in trade war

China FM calls on UK, EU to help defend global trade
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China FM calls on UK, EU to help defend global trade

Beijing seeks allies as US imposes tariffs up to 145% on Chinese goods

China says expects 'in-depth' talks during Iran FM visit
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China says expects 'in-depth' talks during Iran FM visit

Iran sends 92% of its oil exports to China, often at steep discounts.

US beef off the menu as trade war hits Beijing's American-style restaurants
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US beef off the menu as trade war hits Beijing's American-style restaurants

U.S. beef is among thousands of trade war casualties. Already costly, it became unaffordable after Beijing imposed a 125% retaliatory tariff on top of an existing 22%