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U.S.–China competition: trade, technology, Taiwan, and the Indo-Pacific balance.

Trump and Xi Operationalize Trade BoardsFri, Oct 16, 2026 · 19:04

Trump and Xi launch U.S.-China Board of Trade and Investment, outlining tariff relief and coal imports.

President Trump Operationalizes US-China Trade BoardSun, Oct 11, 2026 · 07:05

President Trump and Xi Jinping formalized new US‑China trade and investment boards during a historic state visit in September 2026.

Melania Trump Announces Xi Jinping State Visit DetailsWed, Oct 7, 2026 · 07:06

First Lady Melania Trump released a full itinerary for President Xi Jinping and Madame Peng Liyuan’s historic September White House state visit.

President Trump Operationalizes U.S.-China Trade BoardsMon, Oct 5, 2026 · 23:09

Trump and Xi activate trade and investment boards, easing tariffs and shaping future cooperation.

Commerce Issues Antidumping Ruling on Chinese Truck Bed CoversThu, Oct 1, 2026 · 14:01

The U.S. Department of Commerce preliminarily finds Chinese truck bed covers sold in the U.S. at less than fair value, extending provisional duties.

Commerce Issues Preliminary Dumping Finding on Chinese Graphite ElectrodesThu, Oct 1, 2026 · 05:01

The Commerce Department preliminarily determined Chinese large‑diameter graphite electrodes are being sold in the U.S. below fair value, triggering a critical circumstances review.

Commerce Postpones Preliminary Determination on Chinese N‑CyclohexylbenzothiazoleMon, Sep 28, 2026 · 23:01

The U.S. Commerce Department delayed its preliminary less‑than‑fair‑value ruling on the Chinese chemical N‑Cyclohexylbenzothiazole‑2‑Sulfenamide.

Rochester Electronics Proposes Semiconductor Production in FTZ 27Mon, Sep 28, 2026 · 08:02

Rochester Electronics, LLC filed a notice to start semiconductor manufacturing within Foreign‑Trade Zone 27 in Newburyport, Massachusetts, expanding U.S. chip capacity.

G77 and China Urged to Continue Justice QuestSun, Sep 27, 2026 · 10:03

UN Secretary-General António Guterres calls on the G77 and China to press forward on justice as global ceasefires crumble and conflicts intensify.

Commerce Issues Preliminary Dumping Finding on Chinese Tin MillMon, Sep 21, 2026 · 03:00

The U.S. Department of Commerce preliminarily finds Chinese tin mill products sold in the U.S. at less than fair value, opening comment period.

Commerce Finds No Taiwan Aluminum Shipments by CSACThu, Sep 17, 2026 · 14:00

The U.S. Commerce Department concluded C.S. Aluminium Corp shipped no common alloy aluminum sheets from Taiwan during April 2024‑March 2025, raising China‑related trade questions.

U.S. Treasury Renews Export Ban on Azur AirThu, Sep 17, 2026 · 06:01

The Treasury Department extended a temporary export restriction on Russian airline Azur Air's Krasnoyarsk office, citing ongoing national security concerns.

Commerce Issues Preliminary Dumping Finding on Chinese Chlorinated IsocyanuratesWed, Sep 16, 2026 · 22:01

The U.S. Commerce Department preliminarily finds Chinese chlorinated isocyanurates were sold below normal value, inviting public comment.

Commerce Finds EEPV Avoided DumpingWed, Sep 16, 2026 · 14:02

The Commerce Department concluded that Taiwanese firm EEPV Corp. did not engage in dumping of crystalline silicon photovoltaics in the U.S. for 2024‑25.

Commerce Finds Taiwanese Ribbon Exporters DumpingWed, Sep 16, 2026 · 06:00

The Commerce Department concluded that Taiwanese narrow woven ribbon producers sold below normal value during the 2023‑2024 review period.

Dongjin Semichem Texas Proposes FTZ 183 Photoresist ProductionWed, Sep 16, 2026 · 03:00

Dongjin Semichem Texas, Inc. filed a Federal Register notice to produce semiconductor‑grade photoresist thinner in FTZ 183 near Killeen, Texas.

Commerce Issues Preliminary Antidumping Findings on Chinese PencilsWed, Sep 16, 2026 · 00:00

The Commerce Department has preliminarily found Chinese pencil producers sold below normal value during Dec 2024‑Nov 2025, opening a comment period.

Commerce Finds Chinese Steel Racks DumpedTue, Sep 15, 2026 · 16:01

The Commerce Department concluded Chinese exporters sold steel racks in the U.S. at below‑normal prices during the 2023‑24 review period.

Commerce Issues Preliminary Countervailing Duty on Chinese TinTue, Sep 15, 2026 · 08:00

The Commerce Department preliminarily finds Chinese tin mill producers receive countervailable subsidies for 2025, opening a formal investigation.

U.S. War Department Holds Bilateral Defense Framework with MongoliaTue, Sep 15, 2026 · 00:01

The U.S. Department of War and Mongolia’s Ministry of Defense convened a bilateral defense framework, led by Deputy Assistant Secretary Alvaro Smith.

Department of War Issues Legal Waiver for UAP DisclosuresMon, Sep 14, 2026 · 16:00

The Department of War has authorized a protected channel for reporting Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena to the Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System.

Commerce Finds Revoking CVD on Chinese Steel Grating UnwiseMon, Sep 14, 2026 · 08:00

The Commerce Department concluded that ending the countervailing duties on Chinese steel grating would likely sustain prohibited subsidies.

President Modifies Canada Auto Duties ScopeMon, Sep 14, 2026 · 00:00

The White House announced a presidential proclamation on Sep 8, 2026 expanding the range of Canadian auto products subject to additional duties.

NMFS Opens 15-Day Comment Period for TMC IHA RenewalSun, Sep 13, 2026 · 13:00

NMFS grants a 15‑day comment window to review Turnagain Marine Construction’s request to renew its incidental harassment authorization for the Seward cruise dock project.

U.S. Initiates Less-Than-Fair-Value Probe on Chinese Hydraulic CylindersSun, Sep 13, 2026 · 05:00

The Commerce Department opened a less‑than‑fair‑value investigation into linear hydraulic cylinders imported from China, Canada, India, Korea and Mexico.

U.S. Launches Countervailing Duty Probe on Chinese Hydraulic CylindersSat, Sep 12, 2026 · 21:00

The Commerce Department announced investigations into subsidies on linear hydraulic cylinders imported from China, India, and Mexico.

Commerce Finds CSAC Made No CAAS ShipmentsSat, Sep 12, 2026 · 13:00

The Commerce Department concluded that Taiwan’s C.S. Aluminium Corp shipped no common alloy aluminum sheet to the United States in the 2024‑2025 review period.

OFAC Publishes General Licenses 50A and 51ASat, Sep 12, 2026 · 05:01

The Treasury’s OFAC released two new general licenses, 50A and 51A, under the Venezuela Sanctions Regulations, easing certain restrictions.

Commerce Department Postpones Preliminary Determination on Chinese TrisFri, Sep 11, 2026 · 21:01

The U.S. Commerce Department delayed a preliminary less‑than‑fair‑value ruling on imports of tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane from China.

Commerce Revokes Duties on Chinese and Vietnamese Lawn MowersFri, Sep 11, 2026 · 12:01

The U.S. Department of Commerce terminated antidumping and countervailing duties on lawn mowers from China and Vietnam after no parties responded to the sunset review.

Commerce Launches Circumvention Inquiry into Thai Spray‑Foam SystemsFri, Sep 11, 2026 · 04:01

The Commerce Department has opened a country‑wide inquiry to assess whether Thai spray‑foam products built with Chinese parts evade AD and CVD orders.

Commerce Maintains Antidumping Duties on Korean Steel NailsFri, Sep 11, 2026 · 01:01

The U.S. Department of Commerce concluded that revoking antidumping duties on Korean steel nails would likely resume dumping, keeping the measures in place.

Commerce Finds Taiwan Ribbon Exporters DumpingThu, Sep 10, 2026 · 17:01

The Commerce Department concluded that Taiwanese narrow‑woven ribbon producers sold their goods below normal value during the 2023‑24 review period.

Dongjin Semichem Texas Files FTZ Production NoticeThu, Sep 10, 2026 · 14:01

Dongjin Semichem Texas, Inc. seeks FTZ 183 approval to produce semiconductor‑grade photoresist thinner in Killeen, Texas.

Commerce Determines Indian Shrimp DumpingWed, Sep 9, 2026 · 23:01

The Commerce Department concluded that Indian exporters sold frozen warmwater shrimp below normal value during the 2024‑25 review period.

War Department Deploys Nuclear Microreactor to IndianaWed, Sep 9, 2026 · 15:01

The War Department announced the Navy will install its first advanced nuclear micro‑reactor at Naval Weapons Station Crane by September 2028.

Commerce Rejects Revoking CVD on Chinese Steel GratingWed, Sep 9, 2026 · 07:01

The Commerce Department concluded that ending the countervailing duty on Chinese steel grating would likely allow subsidized imports to continue.

President Broadens Canada Auto Duties ScopeTue, Sep 8, 2026 · 23:01

The White House issued a proclamation expanding the range of Canadian auto and parts subject to extra tariffs to counter alleged discrimination.

Commerce Streamlines Export Controls for Drone ExportsTue, Sep 8, 2026 · 13:01

The new rule simplifies licensing for U.S. drone exports, aiming to boost competitiveness while preserving security safeguards.

War Department Invests $11.4M in Stellant TWT ProductionTue, Sep 8, 2026 · 05:01

The War Department allocated $11.4 million under the Defense Production Act to boost Stellant Systems’ space‑based TWT amplifier manufacturing.

Viatris Pharmaceuticals Applies for FTZ 61 SubzoneMon, Sep 7, 2026 · 21:01

Viatris Pharmaceuticals, LLC filed a Federal Register notice to establish a subzone under Foreign‑Trade Zone 61 in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico.

Commerce Finds Countervailable Subsidies for Chinese Van TrailersMon, Sep 7, 2026 · 13:01

The Commerce Department issued a final affirmative countervailing duty determination on Chinese van-type trailers, citing subsidies for the 2024 period.

Commerce Finds Revoking AD on Chinese Steel Grating UnwiseMon, Sep 7, 2026 · 05:01

The Commerce Department says lifting the antidumping duty on Chinese steel grating would likely resume dumping, prompting a continuation of the order.

U.S. Delays Countervailing Duty Decision on Chinese Choline SaltsSun, Sep 6, 2026 · 21:02

The Commerce Department postponed the preliminary countervailing duty determination on imports of certain choline salts from China, citing pending subsidy data.

U.S. Commerce Department postpones PTMEG preliminary determinationsSun, Sep 6, 2026 · 13:01

The Commerce Department delayed its preliminary less‑than‑fair‑value rulings on PTMEG imports from China, Korea, Taiwan, and Vietnam.

Commerce Determines Chinese Van Trailers DumpedSun, Sep 6, 2026 · 06:01

The U.S. Department of Commerce concludes Chinese van-type trailers were sold in the United States at less than fair value during April‑September 2025.

Commerce Excludes Enriched ^15N Ammonium SulfateSun, Sep 6, 2026 · 05:01

The Department of Commerce announced it will amend duty scope to exclude enriched ^15N ammonium sulfate from China after a court ruling.

Commerce Amends Magnesium Dumping Margin After Court RulingSun, Sep 6, 2026 · 01:01

The Department of Commerce revised the antidumping margin for Tianjin Magnesium International following a Court of International Trade judgment that diverged from its original findings.

Commerce Extends AD and CVD Orders on Chinese PipeSun, Sep 6, 2026 · 00:01

The U.S. Commerce Department announced continuation of antidumping and countervailing duties on light‑walled rectangular pipe from China, citing ongoing injury.

Commerce Initiates Countrywide Circumvention Inquiry on Chinese EstersSat, Sep 5, 2026 · 23:01

The U.S. Commerce Department has launched a countrywide probe into Thailand‑assembled spray‑foam systems using Chinese alkyl phosphate esters.

Commerce Maintains Antidumping Duties on Steel NailsSat, Sep 5, 2026 · 22:41

The Commerce Department concluded that lifting antidumping duties on Korean, Malaysian, Omani, Taiwanese, and Vietnamese steel nails would likely resume dumping.

Commerce Revokes China, Vietnam Lawn‑Mower Duty OrdersSat, Sep 5, 2026 · 07:01

The U.S. Department of Commerce has lifted antidumping and countervailing duties on walk‑behind lawn mowers from China and Vietnam after no domestic response.

Commerce Rules Taiwan Ribbon Exporters DumpingFri, Sep 4, 2026 · 22:01

The Commerce Department concluded that Taiwan producers of narrow woven ribbons with selvedge sold below normal value during the 2023‑24 review.

Commerce Says Revoking China Steel Grating Duty Risks DumpingTue, Sep 1, 2026 · 22:01

The Commerce Department warned that lifting the antidumping duty on Chinese steel grating would likely resume dumping, per its final sunset review.

Commerce Finds Chinese Van Trailers Sold Below Fair ValueSat, Aug 29, 2026 · 09:00

The Department of Commerce issued an affirmative determination that Chinese-made van-type trailers entered the U.S. market at less than fair value during April‑September 2025.

China Navigates Sanctions, Rivals, and Diplomatic OpeningFri, Aug 28, 2026 · 16:41

Beijing faces pressure on technology and finance while positioning itself as diplomatic broker between Washington and adversaries.

Beijing Navigates Sanctions, Regional RealignmentFri, Aug 28, 2026 · 04:41

China faces mounting pressure from U.S. financial sanctions while exploiting great power competition for diplomatic gains.

Beijing Navigates Sanctions Risk Amid Great Power CompetitionThu, Aug 27, 2026 · 08:41

China faces mounting pressure from U.S. sanctions threats while hedging financial exposure and competing for influence across Asia.

China Hedges Against U.S. Financial DominanceWed, Aug 26, 2026 · 18:41

Beijing accelerates sanctions-resistant infrastructure while Washington confronts limits of financial leverage over strategic rival.

Trump Tightens China Economic Siege on Multiple FrontsWed, Aug 26, 2026 · 07:41

Administration escalates tech decoupling, tariff threats, and talent recruitment crackdowns targeting Beijing's strategic capabilities.

Beijing Accelerates Tech War as Washington FragmentsTue, Aug 25, 2026 · 17:41

China exploits U.S. security vulnerabilities while Beijing consolidates power and deepens Arctic partnerships with Russia.

US China Strategy Faces Technology and Alliance TestsMon, Aug 24, 2026 · 16:41

Washington intensifies tech decoupling while Beijing consolidates power and deepens Russian partnership amid Arctic expansion plans.

China Portfolio Exposes US Tech Security CrisisSun, Aug 23, 2026 · 23:41

Beijing exploits American talent while Washington fragments strategy on tariffs, alliances, and Arctic competition.

Beijing Consolidates Power as Washington Fractures StrategySun, Aug 23, 2026 · 11:41

Xi tightens domestic control while exploiting US talent and technology gaps in critical defense sectors.

China Strategy Fractures Amid Tech War EscalationSat, Aug 22, 2026 · 22:41

US-China competition intensifies across technology, Arctic strategy, and alliance management as Washington tightens restrictions.

China Accelerates Tech Recruitment as US Tightens DecouplingSat, Aug 22, 2026 · 05:41

Beijing exploits American talent while Washington imposes tariffs and strengthens autocratic partnerships threaten regional stability.

China Tightens Tech Edge While US ScramblesFri, Aug 21, 2026 · 20:41

Beijing recruits American aerospace talent while Washington imposes tariffs and confronts institutional vulnerabilities in tech security.

China Advances as US Coalition FracturesFri, Aug 21, 2026 · 08:41

Beijing exploits American divisions while accelerating technology acquisition and Arctic expansion strategies.

China Exploits US Tech Talent While America SplintersFri, Aug 21, 2026 · 02:41

Beijing recruits American aerospace engineers while Washington pursues tariffs and fractured alliances.

China Portfolio Faces Escalating Tech DecouplingThu, Aug 20, 2026 · 17:41

US-China competition intensifies across technology, trade, and Arctic strategy as Washington restricts access while Beijing recruits Western expertise.

China Advances on Multiple Fronts Amid US Strategic DriftThu, Aug 20, 2026 · 05:41

Beijing consolidates power domestically while expanding technology acquisition and Arctic influence as Washington pursues tariffs over strategy.

Beijing Exploits American Tech Talent Amid Escalating DecouplingWed, Aug 19, 2026 · 18:41

Stanford aerospace veteran trained Chinese defense researchers while Washington tightens tech controls and tariffs.

Beijing Exploits Washington's Tech Defense GapsWed, Aug 19, 2026 · 08:41

Stanford aerospace expert trained Chinese defense researchers while Pentagon tightens tariffs on drone imports as Beijing accelerates AI and Arctic expansion.

Beijing Weaponizes Brain Drain as Washington Erects BarriersTue, Aug 18, 2026 · 22:41

China recruits American aerospace talent while Trump administration imposes sweeping tariffs and tech restrictions in escalating decoupling strategy.

Beijing Weaponizes Tech, Energy, Food Against WestTue, Aug 18, 2026 · 12:41

Trump administration escalates economic decoupling while China deepens strategic partnerships with Russia across Arctic and global supply chains.

Trump administration accelerates multi-front China decouplingMon, Aug 17, 2026 · 22:41

Tariffs, Arctic competition, and Taiwan arms sales reshape US-China strategic competition across technology, geography, and military domains.

Trump Administration Escalates Economic and Military China StrategyMon, Aug 17, 2026 · 09:41

Washington intensifies tech decoupling, arms Taiwan, and counters Beijing's Arctic ambitions through tariffs and defense commitments.

Washington Escalates Economic Decoupling From BeijingSun, Aug 16, 2026 · 16:41

Trump administration imposes sweeping tariffs while fortifying Taiwan ties and countering China's Arctic expansion strategy.

Trump's China Strategy Accelerates Decoupling and ContainmentSun, Aug 16, 2026 · 03:41

New tariffs, Taiwan arms sales, and Arctic concerns signal comprehensive U.S. effort to counter Chinese technological and geopolitical expansion.

China's Multi-Front Strategic Expansion Reshapes Global OrderSat, Aug 15, 2026 · 18:41

Beijing accelerates Arctic partnerships, weaponizes food security, and advances AI dominance while Washington struggles to counter.

Beijing Accelerates Strategic Positioning Across Four DomainsSat, Aug 15, 2026 · 10:41

China advances Arctic energy corridors, weaponizes food security, and races ahead in AI while Washington calibrates Taiwan support and Iran containment strategy.

Beijing Weaponizes Food, Tech, and Allies Against WashingtonThu, Aug 13, 2026 · 23:41

China escalates economic coercion through agricultural leverage while advancing AI capabilities as Trump administration faces multidimensional strategic challenge.

China's Multi-Domain Challenge to US PrimacyThu, Aug 13, 2026 · 08:41

Beijing weaponizes food security, AI, and regional coalitions while Washington calibrates Taiwan support and Iran containment strategy.

Beijing Weaponizes Food, Technology, and Alliance LeverageWed, Aug 12, 2026 · 19:41

China exploits agricultural vulnerabilities while advancing AI capabilities as Trump administration navigates Taiwan arms sales and Moscow-Beijing-Tehran coordination.

Beijing Weaponizes Food, AI, and Proxy NetworksWed, Aug 12, 2026 · 05:41

China leverages food security, AI advancement, and third-party proxies while Washington struggles with coordinated containment strategy.

China Advances on Multiple Strategic FrontsTue, Aug 11, 2026 · 16:41

Beijing leverages AI dominance and regional influence while Washington struggles to coordinate response across technology, security, and diplomacy.

China Reshapes Global Power Through Technology and DiplomacyTue, Aug 11, 2026 · 02:41

Beijing accelerates AI dominance while Washington struggles with coordinated counter-strategy across Taiwan, Iran, and regional influence.

Beijing Advances While Washington Struggles CoherentlyMon, Aug 10, 2026 · 12:36

China exploits technological gaps and regional divisions while Trump administration signals mixed strategic priorities on Taiwan, Iran, and great power competition.

China Advances on Tech, Taiwan, and Middle EastSun, Aug 9, 2026 · 23:36

Beijing accelerates AI capabilities while Washington struggles with containment amid Taiwan arms sales and Iranian diplomacy complications.

Washington Scrambles as Beijing Advances Tech and InfluenceSun, Aug 9, 2026 · 14:36

Trump administration confronts simultaneous challenges across Taiwan, Iran, and AI competition as China expands strategic leverage.

Beijing Expands Strategic Leverage Across Multiple FrontsSat, Aug 8, 2026 · 14:36

China accelerates AI dominance while Trump administration balances Taiwan commitments against emerging partnerships with Russia and Iran.

China Advances on Multiple Strategic FrontsSat, Aug 8, 2026 · 04:36

Beijing accelerates AI capabilities while Washington struggles with Taiwan arms sales and Middle East influence.

Beijing Advances While Washington Reassesses StrategySat, Aug 8, 2026 · 02:36

Trump administration confronts simultaneous challenges across Taiwan, technology, and Middle East diplomacy with Beijing.

Trump navigates Taiwan arms and Iran constraints simultaneouslyFri, Aug 7, 2026 · 19:36

Trump administration balances Taiwan military support with Beijing pressure on Iran proliferation amid shifting regional dynamics.

Trump Balances Taiwan Arms Sales Against China LeverageFri, Aug 7, 2026 · 18:36

Trump administration pursues dual-track China strategy: $14B Taiwan arms package while seeking Beijing restraint on Iran proliferation.

Trump Navigates Taiwan Arms and Iran LeverageFri, Aug 7, 2026 · 12:36

Trump administration pursues competing interests in Taiwan security, Iran containment, and China relations simultaneously.

Beijing Caught Between Iran Support and Trump PressureFri, Aug 7, 2026 · 10:36

Trump administration escalates Taiwan arms sales while testing Xi's commitment to restrict Iranian weapons transfers.

Trump Navigates Taiwan Arms and Iran LeverageThu, Aug 6, 2026 · 19:36

Trump administration balances Taiwan military support with concerns over Chinese-Iranian coordination amid regional instability.

Trump navigates Taiwan arms and Iran influence dilemmaThu, Aug 6, 2026 · 10:36

Trump administration balances Taiwan military support against China cooperation on Iran proliferation concerns.

Trump Navigates Taiwan Arms Sales and Iran ConstraintsThu, Aug 6, 2026 · 04:36

Trump administration pursues $14B Taiwan package while pressuring Beijing on Iran weapons transfers.

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