Trump’s ‘America First’ Pitch Rattles Davos
At Davos 2026, President Trump’s bold ‘America First’ speech emphasizes tariffs and protectionism, challenging the World Economic Forum’s commitment to multilateral trade.
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China opposes Mexico’s 2026 tariff hikes, urges dialogue
China’s Ministry of Commerce opposes Mexico’s planned tariff hikes on non-FTA partners, warns of risks to global trade, and has launched an investigation into potential trade barriers.
U.S. Port Fees on Vessels from the Chinese Mainland Spark Protectionism Debate
The U.S. will impose port fees on vessels tied to the Chinese mainland, a move critics say masks protectionism and could disrupt global supply chains.
SCO Adapts to Global Economic Shifts at Summit
At its latest summit, the SCO tackles rising protectionism, climate challenges, and demographic shifts, aiming for resilient value chains, tech independence, and stable ties steered by Russia and China.
Trade War Shouldn’t Hurt Farmers, Says Chinese Envoy
Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng warns farmers shouldn’t shoulder the cost of US-China trade tensions, citing steep drops in agricultural and soybean exports amid rising protectionism.
Reciprocal Tariffs Spark Global Shift Away From US Trade Order
US reciprocal tariffs on steel, aluminum and beyond are disrupting the Bretton Woods-era order, spurring protectionism, boycotts and WTO lawsuits as nations seek new trade alliances.
Will Protectionism Define America’s Future as It Shaped Its Past?
Exploring America’s tariff story from the 1789 Tariff Act signed by Washington to Trump’s Liberation Day Tariffs and what the July 9 deadline means for protectionism’s future.
Summer Davos 2025: Navigating Protectionism and AI’s Rise
At Summer Davos 2025 in Tianjin, experts weigh in on protectionism, geopolitical shifts, AI and the accelerating move to a multipolar world.
Protectionism Will Ultimately Backfire, Experts Warn
Protectionism will ultimately backfire: US’s aggressive tariffs violate multilateral trade rules and deliver a systemic blow to global supply chains, experts warn.
Wang Yi Urges China, Germany to Oppose Unilateralism and Protectionism
Chinese FM Wang Yi urged China and Germany to oppose unilateralism and protectionism, champion free trade and inject momentum into China-EU relations on their 50th anniversary.