Donald Trump’s on-again, off-again tariffs are partly aimed at restoring a U.S. golden age of manufacturing when some of the world’s most famous consumer brands were produced domestically. The U.S. president is using tariffs on imports to make producing everything from cars, clothes to computers […]
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Stop fighting and get it done. That was the message from U.S. President Donald Trump during a visit to Capitol Hill on Tuesday. He’s pressing divided Republican lawmakers to pass his sweeping domestic policy bill, which includes major spending cuts. CGTN’s Poppie Mphuthing has more.
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Colombia has been pushing for citizens to have better access to safe abortions. In 2022, the country witnessed a landmark ruling where the Constitutional Court made abortions legal before the 24th week of gestation. Three years later, more than 150,000 women have exercised their right […]
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The U.S. home improvement retailer Home Depot says it plans to keep most of its prices stable in the wake of Trump administration tariffs. But a new survey by insurance company Allianz found more than half of all U.S. companies say they will have no […]
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa visits the White House on Wednesday, May 21, hoping to reset relations with the U.S. Trump administration. This comes following a controversial decision by the Trump administration to grant refugee status to a group of White South Africans from the […]
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In Silicon Valley, tech giant Alphabet is holding its largest event of the year known as the Google I/O Developer Conference. As CGTN’s Mark Niu reports, Google continues to go all in on AI.
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As the Trump administration’s tariffs continue to have ripple effects across supply chains around the world, trucking companies and drivers in the U.S., working at the nation’s busiest port, are already feeling the impact. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan reports from Los Angeles.
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The U.S. Supreme Court sided with the Trump administration on Monday, May 19, allowing it to strip legal protections from hundreds of thousands of Venezuelan migrants who entered the country seeking asylum under previous President Joe Biden. The news has sent shockwaves through migrant […]
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In a move to strengthen ties with Latin America, China is opening its doors to travelers from five countries in the region. At the beginning of June, citizens from Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay will be able to enter China without a visa […]
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Microsoft Build – the tech giant’s annual developer conference – has kicked off for two days of events to explore the latest in artificial intelligence. As CGTN Correspondent Mark Niu reports, the competition in the field is fierce, with Microsoft appearing to extend olive […]
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CGTN correspondent Ediz Tiyansan visited one of the most popular Mexican joints in Los Angeles frequented by locals and tourists alike. In an exclusive interview, its General Manager reveals the ways in which the restaurant businesses are grappling with the latest tariffs.
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Tariffs are part of the Trump Administration’s attempt to revitalize American manufacturing, giving incentive to bring more of that kind of work back home. But is that “reshoring” plan realistic? CGTN’s Hendrik Sybrandy takes a closer look.
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Top business and government leaders from China’s Hunan province attended a high-level strategy meeting in Mexico City to create stronger business ties amid a challenging global trade atmosphere. CGTN’s Franc Contreras has the story.
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Brazil, a giant in the poultry industry, has confirmed its first-ever cases of bird flu on a commercial farm.
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U.S. President Donald Trump continues to hold the threat of tariffs over the heads of top U.S. trading partners. Mexico, one of those partners, is resurrecting a decades-old campaign designed to increase the consumption of domestic products. The campaign includes a logo designed to enhance […]
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The China Bridge contest is an international student competition organized by Confucius Institutes around the world and tests participants’ mastery of the Chinese language and culture. Participants are vying for trips to China for the world final and a chance to win scholarships to study […]
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The AI-operated robots are coming, and in many ways are already here. They’re more frequently appearing at shopping centers, restaurants and warehouses. But many companies feel one of their next frontiers is trying their robotic helping hand at senior care. CGTN’s Mark Niu has more.
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Thursday, May 15 is ‘Bike to Work Day’ in the U.S. The annual event aims to encourage commuters to ride their bikes to ease congestion and help to mitigate climate change by cutting back on polluting transport. But with the U.S. pulling out of the […]
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As international visitors to China grow in volume, the country’s regions are working hard to attract tourism. One particular focus is Latin America, which has growing international connections across the Pacific. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock has more.
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The combined Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles comprise the largest port complex in the Western Hemisphere. But as the disruption caused by U.S. tariffs is becoming clearer, many workers are concerned. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan reports from Los Angeles.
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The number of Americans considering bankruptcy has reached its highest point since before the pandemic, reflecting increasing financial strain amid record debt levels and inflation. CGTN’s Karina Mitchell reports.
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As the tariff war between the U.S. and China cools, consumers are not entirely escaping the impact of the high percentage rates the Trump administration levied on Chinese imports. One demographic in particular, expectant parents, are facing much higher costs than they had bargained for. […]
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U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is testifying on how he plans to use his agency’s budget to upgrade systems amid a crisis of confidence in the U.S. airline industry. CGTN’s Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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The intermittent tariffs imposed by the U.S. have already disrupted long-established supply chains, putting at risk the very lifeline many small businesses depend on for their imports. Business owners affected by these sweeping trade measures are increasingly concerned about the unpredictability of their costs and […]
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CGTN correspondent Ediz Tiyansan was recently granted exclusive access to the Long Beach port facility operated by Waterfront Logistics. In a rare interview, the company’s chief strategy officer shed light on how the ongoing tariffs have added new layers of complexity to the operations of […]
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Colombia’s President is flying to Beijing to participate in the Fourth China-CELAC Summit.
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Colombia’s President is flying to Beijing to participate in the Fourth China-CELAC Summit.
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Trade, investment and global diplomacy are all expected to be on the agenda.
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Trade tensions from tariffs have disrupted many manufacturing sectors, including the global automobile industry.
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Analysts say the drop-off means fewer jobs for thousands of port workers and higher consumer prices down the line.
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As the Trump administration looks to continue its immigration crackdown and mass deportations, some have accused the administration of denying migrants basic constitutional rights. CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports.
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Businesses in the U.S. are still adjusting to the Trump administration’s punitive tariffs that have affected global economies. CGTN’s Nathan King visited one of Trump’s own supporters, a Virginia logger, whose business is now in limbo.
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Businesses around the world have been impacted by the ongoing trade war, with many hoping progress is made to end the economic uncertainty.
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The U.S. migration policy on Cuba over the years, the most recent migration wave of Cubans to the United States, among other issues were addressed during the interview.
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New questions are being raised after the recent death of a Haitian woman in U.S. immigration custody.
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Experts say Trump’s tough talk on tariffs and immigration may be scaring off visitors, and hurting the economy. CGTN’s Karina Mitchell reports.
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The U.S. government announced plans on Thursday, May 8 to radically revamp the nation’s aging air traffic control system, following rising concerns over safety and chronic understaffing. CGTN’s Owen Fairclough reports.
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A major new bridge linking Brazil and Paraguay is nearing completion, forming a critical part of the Bi-Oceanic Corridor. This strategic trade route is designed to connect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, similar to the Panama Canal. The corridor is expected to transform how South […]
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Global toy giant Mattel, best known for the iconic Barbie doll, announced it will raise prices in the U.S. in response to new U.S. tariff policies. The company also revealed longer-term plans to reduce its reliance on imports from China as it adjusts its supply […]
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The U.S. central bank on Wednesday, May 7, said it needs greater clarity on where the economy is headed before cutting its main interest rate. The Federal Reserve maintained the rate that influences borrowing costs at up to 4.5 percent. And the impact of […]
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U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed to impose 100% tariffs on movies made abroad. Both film lovers and workers are worried that the tariffs could significantly change the availability and affordability of foreign films in the U.S. Learn more.
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The Trump Administration is reportedly planning to send undocumented migrants to Libya despite the U.S. warning people not to travel to the North African country because it’s too dangerous. The flights could take off as soon as Wednesday, May 7, and come as the […]
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U.S. President Donald Trump’s battle with universities, schools and even the Department of Education continues apace.
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President Donald Trump proposed on Monday, May 5, to slap a 100 percent tariff on all films produced abroad that are then sent into the United States.
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Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is preparing for a high-profile trip to China this month, where he’ll attend the CELAC–China Summit and meet with President Xi Jinping.
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Seven people were killed near Yellowstone National Park on Thursday 1. Five of the dead were Chinese nationals. Learn more.
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Newark Liberty International Airport, outside New York City, is a busy travel hub even on a good day, but recently travelers have encountered even more delays.
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Cuban culture is at the center of this year’s gathering on the Caribbean Island.
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