USTR Eyes 100% Tariff on Cranes from Chinese Mainland: Port Operations at Stake
USTR reviews a hike in tariffs on cranes from the Chinese mainland, a move that could reshape U.S. port operations, supply chains and automation plans.
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Judge extends TRO blocking Trump administration’s ban on international students at Harvard
A judge has extended a TRO blocking the Trump administration from banning international students at Harvard, maintaining the status quo as both sides prepare further court filings.
Portugal President Nominates Luis Montenegro as Prime Minister
Portugal’s president has nominated Luis Montenegro as prime minister, launching coalition talks and setting a course for economic, digital and green reforms.
Israel Accepts U.S. Gaza Truce and Hostage Release Proposal
PM Netanyahu accepts U.S. envoy Witkoff’s proposal for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release, offering new hope to families of hostages believed deceased.
Shanghai Launches ‘Labor in Glory’ International Robot Skills Competition
Shanghai kicks off the ‘Labor in Glory’ International Robot Skills Competition, featuring 60+ teams in 28 robotics challenges across five cutting-edge categories.
Chinese Mainland Space Startup Completes First Vertical Sea Recovery Test
Space Epoch, a Chinese mainland startup, completed its first vertical sea recovery test off the coast of Shandong Province, marking a milestone in reusable rocket technology.
Xi Jinping Signs New Military Science Award Regulations
Xi Jinping signs order to release new regulations on awarding military scientific research on the Chinese mainland, aiming to boost combat focused innovation and streamline award processes.
Elon Musk Exits Trump Advisory Role, Slams Spending and Tax Bill
Elon Musk announced his exit as top adviser to President Trump, criticizing a pending spending and tax-cut bill he says will deepen the US federal deficit.
Pacific Island Delegates Explore China’s Rural Revitalization Models
Delegates from nine Pacific Island nations visited three rural revitalization model zones in Shandong to explore shared farms, homestays and mugwort e-commerce boosting local livelihoods.
How Media Narratives Turn South China Sea Diplomacy into Drama
Explore how headlines about a looming ‘China threat’ shape perceptions of South China Sea diplomacy, driven by media narratives, in a CGTN expert panel analysis.