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Fitch says new 10% US tariff lowers effective rate to 9.4%

Fitch says new 10% US tariff lowers effective rate to 9.4%

Blanket levy replaces invalidated reciprocal tariffs; China’s rate falls but remains highest among major partners

Asia
Modi says India stands 'firmly' with Israel during visit

Modi says India stands 'firmly' with Israel during visit

Indian PM meets Benjamin Netanyahu during a two-day visit to deepen trade and defense ties, drawing criticism at home

Europe
UK launches eVisa system for Pakistani travelers

UK launches eVisa system for Pakistani travelers

British High Commissioner Jane Marriott said the change simplifies the application process for Pakistanis

Middle East
Modi says India, Israel agree 'no place for terrorism in the world'

Modi says India, Israel agree 'no place for terrorism in the world'

India and Israel pledge collaboration on tech, energy, and civil nuclear projects

North America
Rubio says US, China at 'strategic stability' ahead of Trump trip

Rubio says US, China at 'strategic stability' ahead of Trump trip

Rubio says both countries see an all-out US-China trade war as deeply damaging globally