Has Janet Yellen's trip to Beijing improved US-China relations?
Polite and respectful communication has returned - but progress could easily be knocked back.
2023-07-09 23:17
Analysis: Decades of US corn export dominance fade as Brazil seizes top supplier crown
By Karl Plume CHICAGO U.S. corn export dominance is fading in an increasingly competitive global marketplace as Brazil,
2023-07-07 18:28
Yellen expresses 'concern' about China's export curbs on strategic raw materials
Beijing's newly unveiled export controls on two strategic raw materials critical to the global chipmaking industry are a "concern," US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told a group of executives in China on the first day of her trip to the country, where she will try to stabilize bilateral relations after a particularly difficult period.
2023-07-07 14:51
Can 'good cop' Janet Yellen help fix US-China relations?
The US Treasury secretary's trip to Beijing comes as tensions between the two countries remain high.
2023-07-06 07:58
Chechnya Milashina attack: Armed thugs beat up Russian journalist and lawyer
Yelena Milashina had received threats from Chechnya's leader before, but went to hear a court verdict.
2023-07-05 02:58
China hits back in the chip war, imposing export curbs on crucial raw materials
Beijing will impose export controls on two rare elements essential for manufacturing semiconductors, in apparent retaliation after the United States and Europe restricted chip exports to China.
2023-07-04 00:26
Canada Day fireworks cancelled over air quality fears
Concerns over air pollution and starting further fires mean some displays have been called off.
2023-07-01 07:46
As West Battles China, a Trade Ally Tries to Keep Both Doors Open
The drive south from the ancient city of Tangier spans decades of economic development in half an hour,
2023-06-22 12:27
Italy PM Meloni in Paris next week to support Rome's Expo 2030 bid - source
ROME Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will travel to France next week to show support for Rome's bid
2023-06-17 19:59
Japan redefines rape and raises age of consent in landmark move
The laws redefine rape and raise the age of consent from 13, after public anger over rape acquittals.
2023-06-16 12:16
The women fighting Japan’s sexual violence stigma
Rina Gonoi was sexually assaulted when serving in Japan's army. She refused to stay silent.
2023-06-12 06:25
Why is Japan redefining rape?
Japan moves to reform its sex assault laws, finally recognising consent.
2023-06-07 11:21