Marketplace All-in-One Has there been a trade war thaw?
Jun 11, 2025
Recent U.S.-China talks hint at a thaw in trade tensions, with a new framework aimed at reducing tariffs. However, the World Bank has significantly downgraded global growth forecasts due to these strains. Innovations in climate solutions are sprouting in India, particularly at a tea plantation employing rock dust for carbon removal. Meanwhile, the complexities of decarbonizing various sectors are explored, shedding light on India’s role in addressing climate change amid social tensions tied to corporate influence.
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Trade War Thaw Framework
- The US and China are forming a framework to reduce trade tensions, not ending the trade war completely.
- The deal includes easing restrictions on rare earth sales and chip technology access between the two countries.
Global Growth Slows Amid Trade Tensions
- The World Bank downgraded global growth to 2.3%, the slowest in decades, due to trade tensions.
- Despite this, China shows resilience while the US faces a sharper economic slowdown this year.
Markets React to Trade Talks Optimism
- Stock markets rallied on hopes of rolling back tariffs after US-China framework talks.
- Analysts caution that without concrete action, this market optimism may not last.