China has called on the United States to cease its investigation into potential new tariffs on copper imports, warning that any imposition of tariffs could provoke retaliatory measures.
The probe, directed by President Donald Trump and to be carried out under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, is part of an effort to rebuild U.S. copper production—critical for electric vehicles, military hardware, power grids, and consumer goods.
At a recent news conference, He Yadong, a spokesperson for China’s commerce ministry, condemned the U.S. investigation. “The decision to direct the Commerce Department to start a new national security probe, using the same law that was applied to impose 25% global tariffs on steel and aluminum during Trump’s first term, will further undermine the rules-based multilateral trading system and disrupt the stability of global industrial supply chains,” He said.
He added that allegations claiming China is using subsidies and excess capacity to undermine competition are “completely groundless.” The Chinese government has urged U.S. authorities to withdraw the investigation immediately. “If the U.S. insists on imposing tariffs and other restrictive measures, China will resolutely take the required steps to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests,” He stated, without providing further details.
The outcome of the probe remains uncertain, but the remarks underscore the heightened tensions between the two nations over trade policies and the potential disruption of global supply chains.
Hangzhou-based AI startup DeepSeek, known for its groundbreaking large language models that have challenged Western systems at a fraction of the cost, is now making its way into the home appliance sector.
China's securities regulator has moved to clamp down on U.S. stock listings by small homegrown companies amid concerns that many of these firms have been used as vehicles for price-rigging, inflicting significant losses on U.S. investors, according to the Financial Times.
Taiwan’s defence ministry reported a notable increase in Chinese military maneuvers near the island’s southwestern coast on Tuesday, though officials stressed that no live-fire exercises were observed.
Chinese companies are rapidly adopting DeepSeek’s latest AI model to improve productivity and services after its impressive debut earlier this year. The artificial intelligence model is being integrated into tech, telecom, finance, healthcare, and energy sectors.
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek announced on Wednesday a significant reduction in the cost of its API usage during off-peak hours. Between 1630 GMT and 0030 GMT, developers integrating DeepSeek’s AI models via its API can expect savings of up to 75%.
During the latest earnings call, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang reiterated his bullish outlook for the company, dismissing concerns that DeepSeek’s R1 reasoning model might undercut Nvidia’s sales.
Israel has decided not to pull its troops from the Philadelphi Corridor, the border zone between Gaza and Egypt. This follows expectations of a withdrawal contingent on a ceasefire extension. The Philadelphi Route aims to control illegal movements and materials.
Donald Trump has renewed calls for the Taliban to return military equipment left in Afghanistan while criticising Joe Biden’s handling of the withdrawal. He also claimed Bagram Airbase was vital for monitoring China’s nuclear missile production.
Hangzhou-based AI startup DeepSeek, known for its groundbreaking large language models that have challenged Western systems at a fraction of the cost, is now making its way into the home appliance sector.
A recent discovery has revealed that ancient artifacts from the Treasure of Villena were crafted using metal from meteorites, offering new insights into early metalworking techniques in the Iberian Peninsula.
Polish startup Clone Robotics has unveiled Protoclone, the world’s first anatomically accurate humanoid robot, featuring artificial muscles, bones, and joints that enable lifelike movements.
Berlin, February 21, 2025 – German citizens will head to the polls on Sunday, February 23, for a snap general election after the coalition government collapsed late last year.
Berlin, February 20, 2025 – Mercedes-Benz has launched a fresh cost-cutting initiative aimed at reviving sales and margins, as the German carmaker forecasts a significant drop in earnings in 2025.
The city of Buriticupu, in Brazil’s northeastern Amazon, is facing a worsening crisis as massive sinkholes continue to expand, forcing authorities to declare a state of emergency. More than 1,200 residents are at risk of losing their homes.
South Korean media, citing the National Intelligence Service (NIS), reported on Thursday that North Korea has sent additional troops to Russia.
Strikes by the public sector union Verdi have severely disrupted operations at Germany's Munich and Hamburg airports, leading to massive flight cancellations and widespread travel chaos.
YouTube has announced that it now boasts over 1 billion monthly active podcast viewers, a milestone that underscores the platform’s growing influence in the podcasting space and intensifies competition with Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Donald Trump has renewed calls for the Taliban to return military equipment left in Afghanistan while criticising Joe Biden’s handling of the withdrawal. He also claimed Bagram Airbase was vital for monitoring China’s nuclear missile production.
During the latest earnings call, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang reiterated his bullish outlook for the company, dismissing concerns that DeepSeek’s R1 reasoning model might undercut Nvidia’s sales.
Israel has decided not to pull its troops from the Philadelphi Corridor, the border zone between Gaza and Egypt. This follows expectations of a withdrawal contingent on a ceasefire extension. The Philadelphi Route aims to control illegal movements and materials.
Donald Trump has renewed calls for the Taliban to return military equipment left in Afghanistan while criticising Joe Biden’s handling of the withdrawal. He also claimed Bagram Airbase was vital for monitoring China’s nuclear missile production.
Hangzhou-based AI startup DeepSeek, known for its groundbreaking large language models that have challenged Western systems at a fraction of the cost, is now making its way into the home appliance sector.
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