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Trump and Takaichi seal rare-earths pact
Trump met Japan’s new prime minister in Tokyo on Monday. The two leaders signed a critical-minerals deal to reduce reliance on China, as the U.S. president praised Sanae Takaichi’s historic appointment and reaffirmed the nations’ long-standing security alliance.
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US and China finalise TikTok sale deal
US and China agree on TikTok’s US operations sale. The transaction, part of a broader trade framework, grants US investors a 65% stake and control of TikTok’s algorithm, pending formal endorsement by Presidents Trump and Xi.
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India and U.S. near deal to cut tariffs on exports
India and the United States are nearing a major trade deal. The agreement, first reported by Mint, would cut U.S. tariffs on Indian exports from about 50% to between 15% and 16% — the most substantial adjustment to trade terms between the two countries in more than a decade.
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Cybersecurity leaders warn supply chain threats now ‘unmanageable’
Sixty per cent of security leaders see supply chain risks as unmanageable. A new IO study reveals that confidence in cybersecurity response far exceeds real-world resilience, as 61 per cent of organisations suffered third-party breaches in the past year, driving financial losses and customer disruption across the board.
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China imports no US soybeans in September for first time in seven years
China imported zero soybeans from the United States in September 2025. The absence of U.S. shipments — the first in seven years — highlights deepening trade frictions and a reordering of global agricultural supply chains.
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US Chamber of Commerce sues over Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee
The US Chamber of Commerce has filed suit against the Trump administration. The organisation argues that President Trump’s newly imposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee exceeds executive authority and threatens to undermine American competitiveness by pricing out employers that rely on high-skilled foreign talent.
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ILO warns of job losses amid unpaid U.S. dues
U.N. labour agency warns of looming staff cuts amid funding crisis. Internal ILO plans show up to 8% of jobs may go if the U.S. and other members fail to pay overdue dues. Geneva headquarters could see relocations and rental changes as the governing body prepares to review proposals.
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US jobless claims rise as shutdown delays official data
Private estimates show jobless claims increased this week amid disruption. Economists at major banks say contractor layoffs and delayed data reporting are distorting the picture, though early signs point to a modest softening in labour conditions.
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Dorsey launches bitcoin wallet to rival cards
Jack Dorsey unveils bitcoin wallet for US retailers. The co-founder of Twitter and CEO of Block introduces a new product allowing small businesses to accept and hold bitcoin, offering an alternative to traditional card payments with no fees until 2027.
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Delays stall US–UAE Nvidia chip deal, raising tensions
Nearly five months after its unveiling, the US–UAE AI chip pact remains stalled. Nvidia’s CEO and some officials see the delays as emblematic of deeper tensions around export controls, foreign investment, and the geopolitics of advanced technology.
