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U.S. Aims to Counteract Impact of Cheap Chinese Steel on Global Market Prices U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports, a move widely interpreted as indirectly targeting China. According to an analysis by The New York Times (NYT), this decision is rooted in concerns over China’s excessive production of steel and aluminum, which it exports at low prices to countries like Canada and Mexico, undermining the competitiveness of American steel industries. While China does not export large quantities of steel and aluminum directly to the U.S., its impact on the American market is significant. As of January, the top five suppliers of steel to the U.S. were Canada, Brazil, Mexico, South Korea, and Germany, with China trailing far behind. This is partly due to tariffs introduced by former President Joe Biden in September last year, which raised duties on Chinese steel and aluminum products to 25%. However, the crux of the problem...

The U.S. President’s new reciprocal tariff policy signals a global trade conflict U.S. President Donald Trump, ahead of his meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, announced his intentions to escalate the global tariff war, emphasizing a policy of "reciprocal tariffs." This move, which was made during a press briefing, signals a significant shift in the United States' trade strategy, potentially impacting countries around the world. The U.S. government is expected to announce more detailed plans regarding these reciprocal tariffs on February 10-11. Trump has previously revealed intentions to impose tariffs on various goods, including semiconductors, steel, aluminum, oil, gas, and pharmaceuticals. His declaration of tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico due to issues such as fentanyl trafficking has now expanded the scope of the tariff war, affecting nearly every major trade partner globally. Although "reciprocal tariffs" is not an official term, Pr...

  Rising Privacy Concerns and AI Competition Fuel Controversy / AFP As China's generative AI chatbot DeepSeek gains unprecedented popularity, governments across the world—including the United States, South Korea, Japan, and Australia—are taking steps to ban its usage on official devices due to concerns over excessive data collection and potential national security threats. Despite these restrictions, individual users remain captivated by the technology, leading to DeepSeek's dominance in app store rankings across 157 countries. Global Governments Move to Restrict DeepSeek Over Privacy Risks According to the Wall Street Journal, U.S. lawmakers are set to introduce a bill that would prohibit government agencies from using DeepSeek on official devices. Representatives Darren LaHood (R-IL) and Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) argue that DeepSeek poses similar risks to TikTok, necessitating stringent access limitations. If the bill is enacted, all federal agencies would be required to remove ...

Will Saudi Arabia’s ambitious 'Mukaab' project succeed as a futuristic urban landmark? The concept of skyscrapers often evokes images of towering spires, their sleek glass exteriors reflecting the sky as they soar above the city. For years, the race to build the tallest building has been a global competition. However, as time has passed, the era of simply competing for height has given way to a new focus on unique architectural designs and the stories behind them. In this new phase, one country stands at the forefront: Saudi Arabia. Leading the charge with its ambitious and innovative architecture is the 'Mukaab' project, a monumental structure that has captivated global attention. As part of the larger 'New Murabba' urban development in Riyadh, the Mukaab promises to redefine what we understand as the modern metropolis, blending futuristic technologies with a deep cultural narrative. The Scale of Mukaab: A City Within a Cube Standing 400 meters tall and str...

Trump's move sparks nationwide backlash, highlighting deep political divides over transgender rights and sports participation /AP President Donald Trump signed an executive order banning transgender individuals from competing in women's sports in U.S. schools and universities, a move that has sparked widespread protests across the nation. This decision follows his earlier directive to recognize only two biological sexes, male and female, an issue that continues to divide the country. The executive order specifically targets transgender women, prohibiting them from participating in women's sports, both at the high school and collegiate levels. At a signing ceremony held at the White House, surrounded by female athletes, Trump declared that transgender women had taken victories away from biological women. He stated, “Now, attacks on female athletes will end in nearly all public elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as universities across the nation." The presid...

Trump’s Plans for Gaza Spark Debate Over America’s New Expansionist Agenda On February 4th, 2025, during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, U.S. President Donald Trump declared his ambitious plan to take control of the Gaza Strip, which has been left in ruins by the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. This statement has reignited debates about America’s growing push for territorial expansion and its "America First" policy under Trump’s leadership. Trump’s latest proposal, made in a joint press conference following his discussions with Netanyahu at the White House, suggested that the Palestinian residents of Gaza should be relocated to other regions. Trump emphasized that the U.S. should take over Gaza for development purposes, continuing a trend of controversial expansionist rhetoric. This marks the third significant statement of this kind, following previous remarks on the potential return of Panama Canal sovereignty and the acquisition of Greenland. The...

  Trade Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China May Disrupt Pharmaceutical Supply Chains and Raise Prescription Drug Prices President Donald Trump’s decision to impose steep tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China is raising concerns within the pharmaceutical industry. Experts and trade organizations warn that these tariffs could exacerbate ongoing drug shortages in the United States, increase healthcare costs for patients, and place financial strain on generic drug manufacturers and distributors. On Saturday, Trump announced a 25% tariff on nearly all goods shipped from Canada and Mexico, along with a 10% tariff on imports from China, with implementation set for Tuesday. However, both Canada and Mexico stated on Monday that the tariffs would be temporarily paused for about a month. Despite the delay, the pharmaceutical sector remains alarmed about the long-term consequences these trade measures could have on drug availability and affordability in the U.S. The United Stat...