White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Tuesday during a press briefing that the US reiterates its stance of opposing any unilateral attempts to change the status quo of the Taiwan Strait by force or coercion.
But the tariffs threaten to weaken the North American economy, including that of the US, causing significant stress for already inflation-weary consumers, as per CNN.
"We've lost millions of people due to fentanyl. It comes mostly from China, but it comes through Mexico, and it comes through Canada. I have to tell you that on April 2nd, the tariffs go on...and I think you're going to see something that's going to be amazing," he said.
He told reporters during his first Cabinet meeting, "I never comment on that -- I don't comment on anything, because I don't want to ever put myself in that position," as per CNN.
Addressing reporters on Air Force One on Wednesday, Trump claimed that he achieved a "great trade deal" with China during his first presidency in 2020. Chinese Foreign Ministry said that "trade wars and tariff wars produce no winners" and harm the interests of people in all countries.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has reaffirmed India's commitment to resolving its issues with China through bilateral dialogue, dismissing the need for external mediation.
In reply to a question by ANI, Trump addressed ongoing global conflicts, including the India-China border tensions and the war in Ukraine, emphasizing the need for de-escalation.
khanna also underscored opportunities for cross-border collaboration on scientific research and renewable energy, with the support of the "India caucus."
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday spoke about the growing use of economic coercion -- such as sanctions, export controls, and tariffs and reaffirmed Europe's commitment to safeguarding its economic security.
A 15-year-old girl was shot dead by her father and maternal uncle over TikTok videos in an alleged honour killing in Pakistan's Quetta, ARY News reported.
Trade restrictions planned by the incoming US President Donald Trump could lead to aggressive exports by China to other Asian markets, including India, according to a report by Crisil.