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China, Netherlands move to resolve Nexperia chip row
China, Netherlands move to resolve Nexperia chip row
Economy
by  AFP

The Netherlands said Wednesday it had suspended its proposed takeover of Chinese-owned chip maker Nexperia in a sign of "good will", a move China welcomed as a positive "first step". "We see this as a show of good will," he said of his move to suspend the takeover, vowing to continue talking to Chinese officials.

EU states back new delay to anti-deforestation rules
EU states back new delay to anti-deforestation rules
Economy
by  AFP

EU member states Wednesday backed a new one-year delay to landmark anti-deforestation rules that have hit a wall of opposition from businesses and trading partners, diplomats told AFP. Already delayed by a year, the rollout of the law banning imports of products driving deforestation would be pushed back to the end of 2026 under plans backed by a majority of member states.

Trump tariff hikes hit US August imports, delayed data shows
Trump tariff hikes hit US August imports, delayed data shows
Economy
by  AFP

President Donald Trump's tariff hikes on dozens of trading partners hit US imports in August, according to a Wednesday report delayed by a record government shutdown that ended last week. Trade flows have been heavily swayed this year by President Donald Trump's fast-changing tariff policies, with importers rushing to stock up on inventory ahead of planned hikes in duties.