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What to expect of Trump’s trade war with China, Mexico and Canada

Feb 3, 2025
53:13

① China, Canada and Mexico have vowed swift responses to US President Donald Trump's new tariffs on them. What could be the implications of Trump’s trade war with the three countries? (00:51)

② China’s trade in services exceeded $1 trillion for the first time last year. We explore the growth potentials of China’s services trade. (14:16)

③ US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has threatened that Washington will take measures if Panama does not take immediate steps to end what President Donald Trump calls Chinese influence over the Panama Canal. Is the Trump administration bullying Panama? (25:27)

④ Qatar has called on Israel and Hamas to start work on the second phase the Gaza ceasefire agreement. Is there commitment from both Israel and Hamas to engaging in good faith? (35:09)

⑤ We take a look at some basic facts about the escalating conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo. (44:24)

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