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Potential Implications of the Passage of Big Beautiful Bill

Fiscal and Geopolitical Implications of Big Beautiful Bill The "One Big Beautiful Bill" (BBB), a Republican tax-and-spending plan passed in early July 2025, is a complex and fiscally irresponsible legislation (unsustainable budget deficits of 6.7% of GDP) that extends deficit-financed…

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Vietnam Trade Deal with US: Tariff Rate of 20%

Vietnam Trade Agreement: Model for Future Deals The U.S. and Vietnam reached a trade deal reducing tariffs on Vietnamese imports from 46% to 20%, with Vietnam agreeing to impose a 40% duty on goods transshipped from other countries, mainly targeting…

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Trump Weighs US Strike on Iran as Israel-Iran Tensions Soar

Increased Probability of US Strike on Iranian Fordow Nuclear Site President Trump declared "total control of skies" over Iran and called for Iran's "unconditional surrender" amid growing signs the U.S. might join Israel's bombing campaign against Iran's nuclear facilities. The…

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Israel-Iran Tensions: Conflict or Descalation

Is Israel Seeking to Destroy Iranian Regime? Israel's recent military actions against Iran's nuclear program, marking a significant shift in Middle Eastern geopolitics. Following nearly 20 months of conflict after October 7, 2023, Israel has moved from defensive operations against…

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Huawei Downplays AI Chip Capabilities amid U.S. China Talks

AI Race, Rare Earths Minerials and Chip Export Restrictions Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei downplayed the impact of US export restrictions on China's chip sector, expressing confidence in domestic alternatives like chip packaging stacking and AI software breakthroughs. He acknowledged Huawei…

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US and China Trade Talks in London: Prospects and Risks

US-China Strategic Competition to Shape Trade Talks U.S.-China trade talks resumed in London as the world's two largest economies aim to resolve their trade differences following a recent call between their leaders. Key officials from both sides, including U.S. Treasury…

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The Rise of Techno-Nationalism and Risks for International Business

New Global Order and US China Geopolitical Risk The Trump administration adopted an "America First" technology strategy focused on achieving unilateral technological dominance, departing from previous multilateral cooperation. This approach emphasized aggressive competition, especially against China, and prioritized U.S. national…

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Federal Funding Freeze on Harvard by Trump Administration

Dire Implications for Innovation, Higher Education Freedom and Geopolitics Harvard University filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration in April 2025, challenging federal overreach that threatens academic freedom and funding. The administration froze $2.2 billion in federal grants to Harvard…

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