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News & analysis tagged Trade — diplomacy, politics, and global affairs coverage from Model Diplomat.
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Iran's Hormuz Strikes Shift Gulf Alliances
Iran's missile strikes in Hormuz signal a shift in Gulf security away from US influence.
2026-07-07
Rupee Hits 95.47 Amid Corporate Arbitrage
The rupee's slide to 95.47 signals corporate arbitrage and RBI's challenges.
2026-07-06
Bolivia ends dollar peg: new flexible rate
Bolivia's shift to a managed float marks a significant economic policy change.
2026-07-06
Mexico's Foreign Policy Crisis Under Sheinba
Mexico's quiet foreign policy under AMLO has left Sheinbaum exposed to U.S. pressure.
2026-06-30
Pakistan's Diplomatic Gains vs. Economic Woes
Pakistan's diplomatic success in the US-Iran deal won't fix its economic crisis.
2026-06-25
UK Economy 6–8% Smaller Due to Brexit
Brexit has left the UK economy 6-8% smaller, costing billions in tax revenue.
2026-06-24
Lipulekh Pass Reopens: India-China Trade
India and China reopen Lipulekh Pass for trade, signaling a thaw in relations.
2026-06-24
India, South Korea Forge Five-Year Plan
India and South Korea solidify a five-year partnership plan to enhance trade and defense.
2026-06-24
Rwanda's Ebola Border Closure Strangles Goma
Rwanda's border closure with DRC disrupts trade and threatens livelihoods in Goma.
2026-06-22
China's Atemoya Pledge Exposes Taiwan's Trap
Taiwan's atemoya trade highlights the tension between farmers and government amid China's coercive tactics.
2026-06-22
NTBs Now Dwarf Tariffs as Trade's Hidden Tax
Non-tariff barriers have become the main obstacle to global trade, surpassing tariffs.
2026-06-18
Modi's Trade Gamble at G7: Trump's Warmth
Modi and Trump’s meeting at G7 highlights trade deal tensions amid tariff threats.
2026-06-18
Turkey’s $10B Defense Alliance with Indonesia
Turkey aims for a $10B trade alliance with Indonesia, focusing on defense and technology.
2026-06-03
Vietnam Strengthens Ties with Philippines
Vietnam's To Lam visits the Philippines to enhance trade and security ties amid South China Sea tensions.
2026-05-27
Kyrgyzstan's Sanctions Crackdown Explained
Kyrgyzstan's crackdown on 50 companies signals its attempt to avoid sanctions.
2026-05-27
Kyrgyzstan’s Russia Crackdown Explained
Kyrgyzstan shuts down firms to dodge Western sanctions, balancing ties with Russia.
2026-05-27
India, Canada Reset Ties With Trade Talks
India and Canada are negotiating trade deals to reset their relationship.
2026-05-26
Frank Garcia Takes Over Africa Desk
Frank Garcia's appointment signals a shift in U.S. Africa policy focus.
2026-05-26
Rubio’s $500 Billion Claim Sparks Debate
Rubio's claim on India's $500 billion import pledge creates political tension.
2026-05-25
Trump’s Delhi Phone-In Signals Thaw
Trump's call to India signals a strategic thaw, but trade tensions remain.
2026-05-24
Rubio's Modi Invite: U.S.-India Relations
Rubio's invitation to Modi highlights the fragile U.S.-India relationship.
2026-05-24
Rubio's Delhi Visit: U.S.-India Relations Unr
Rubio's visit to India tests U.S. leverage amid complex geopolitical ties.
2026-05-24
Rubio’s India Visit Tests a Fragile Reset
Rubio's visit to India could redefine US-India relations amid trade tensions.
2026-05-23
Rubio's India Visit: Trump-Modi Relations at
Rubio's India trip seeks to stabilize US-India ties strained by tariffs and oil.
2026-05-23