Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Bid to Dismantle Education Department
A federal judge has halted the Trump administration’s plan to cut half of the Department of Education’s staff, ruling the layoffs unlawful.
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Why China Became a Key Partner for Slovakia’s Automotive Industry
Slovakia leads the world in cars per capita, and Chinese mainland investors like Geely-owned Volvo and battery producer Gotion are driving tech upgrades and green growth in its auto sector.
US Reciprocal Tariffs Backfire: Market Turbulence and Crop Concerns
US “reciprocal tariffs” are rattling markets—Dollar slides, tech execs eye China, and soybean exports squeeze American farmers, raising alarms about self-defeating blowback.
Slovakia Showcases Innovation at 4th China-CEEC Expo in Ningbo
At the 4th China-CEEC Expo in Ningbo, Slovakia’s 40+ companies highlight food, renewable energy, aviation tech and academic ties, aiming to boost China-Slovakia trade partnerships.
Republicans Sour on Trump’s Trade Policy as Confidence Hits Near-Record Low
A University of Michigan survey finds Republicans’ confidence in President Trump’s trade agenda has dipped as consumer confidence hits near-record lows and inflation worries surge.
Tariff Tensions Hit U.S. Retail Giants: Target, Walmart Feel the Pinch
Rising tariffs are squeezing major U.S. retailers. Target cuts its sales forecast, and Walmart warns of profit pressure and job cuts amid escalating trade costs.
Xinjiang Launches First Direct Air Cargo Link to Baltic Region
Xinjiang’s first direct air cargo route to the Baltic Sea launched, linking Urumqi and Tallinn to boost e-commerce trade and cut logistics costs.
From Rails to Rows: Migrant Farmers’ 20-Day Spring Quest
Migrant farmers journey from Heilongjiang to the Sanjiang Plain to plant rice in 20 days and earn over 10,000 yuan, blending tech and tradition in the Chinese mainland’s vital spring harvest.
China and ASEAN Complete CAFTA 3.0: Boosting Trade with Digital & Green Chapters
China and ASEAN conclude CAFTA 3.0 talks, adding digital, green and supply chain chapters to boost regional trade integration by year-end.
Boomerang Economics: US Tariffs Boomerang on Consumers
A global survey reveals over half of US firms plan to raise prices ahead of US reciprocal tariffs set to kick back in August, passing on costs to American consumers.