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Commerce ministry says it upheld the trade agreement, while the US launched new "restrictive" measures on chips, software and students - issues the US has said were not in the deal.
US Trade Rep says China was slow to restore access to rare-earth minerals, while Beijing was unhappy about new export controls and other moves imposed by the White House
The move is the latest disruption in Chinese purchases of US ethane, which hit a record of 492,000 barrels per day in 2024
Synopsys - one of three US firms that dominate the electronic design automation software market in China - has halted services in the country because of the new restrictions
Federal appeals court pauses Wednesday's trade court ruling that said US tariffs were invalid under an emergency law; that caused Asian markets to fall on Friday.
The latest restrictions affect electronic design software and chemicals for semiconductors, butane and ethane, machine tools, and aviation equipment
Analysts say his trade goals can probably be achieved via sector-specific tariffs or other levies; but International Trade Court ruling creates uncertainty for business and trade negotiations
Fast fashion giant changed its plan after failing to win support for its UK listing from regulators in China, sources say
SolarPower Europe says the discovery of unexplained parts in Danish solar equipment shows the need for stronger solar cybersecurity rules, a new report says
Carmaker plans to use excess capacity in the UK to cut delivery wait times for the car, according to sources who said the move was not a reaction to Trump's auto tariffs
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