The Commerce Department has been investigating whether imported vehicles and parts pose a threat to national security.
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Rep. Golden opposes Trump’s NAFTA rewrite
Maine’s 2nd District congressman says the revised trade agreement doesn’t do enough to protect American workers.
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World Bank critic may be its next leader
David Malpass’ nomination would fit President Trump’s pattern of tapping officials to lead institutions whose missions they’ve questioned.
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Brazilian leader Bolsonaro quells fears, pledges to cut carbon emissions
The environment dominates talks at the World Economic Forum.
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Progress unclear after 3 days of U.S.-China trade talks conclude
But the negotiations take an optimistic tone after talks on the tariffs dispute were extended a day.
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Tax system reforms rattle China’s super-rich
The changes mean more government revenue will come from the wealthy as the masses pay lower levies in 2019.
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U.S. silent as China tries to ease trade tensions in advance of new talks
Beijing’s pledges to open up its economy fall well short of Trump’s demands on alleged forced transfers of technology and theft of intellectual property, analysts say.
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Argentina pressured to deliver robust security as it prepares for G-20 protesters
Fresh off a crisis involving a soccer melee, the nation is the first in South America to host the summit of international leaders.
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Chinese firms hit with trade secret theft charges
The prosecution comes amid heightened tensions over trade.
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Trump administration restricts technology purchases by Chinese chip manufacturer
The U.S. will limit tech exports, saying the competitor could end up forcing American suppliers out of business.