U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a major tariff cut for China slashing duties from 57% to 47% after a high-profile meeting with Xi Jinping in Busan.
But even as Beijing gets a reprieve, India remains under some of the harshest U.S. tariffs.
Why is New Delhi being singled out?
This video unpacks Trump’s shifting trade strategy, his repeated attacks on India over Russian oil, and the growing contradictions in America’s foreign policy.

Why does Trump hate India? | Trump cuts tariffs for China despite Russian oil purchases 

Donald Trump hails his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping as a “great success”, following intense trade and diplomacy talks in South Korea.
As part of the agreement, Trump announces a reduction in tariffs on Chinese imports, signaling a new phase in US–China trade relations.

Success, consensus: How Trump, Xi described their landmark talks

Trump-Xi meet: How AI chips change future of US-China trade 

In a major breakthrough for India’s manufacturing sector, four Indian companies — Continental India, DE Diamond, Hitachi, and Jay Ushin — have become the first to receive licenses to import China’s tightly-controlled rare earth magnets.
These critical materials power electric vehicles, smartphones, wind turbines, and defence technologies: but the imports come with strict conditions: the magnets cannot be exported to the US or used for defence production.


Rare Earths Magnets: 3 Indian Firms Get Import License From China

Donald Trump hails his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping as a “great success”, following intense trade and diplomacy talks in South Korea.
As part of the agreement, Trump announces a reduction in tariffs on Chinese imports, signaling a new phase in US–China trade relations.


Trump Announces End To Rare Earth Roadblock | Meeting, A 'Great Success' 

As part of the agreement, Trump announces a reduction in tariffs on Chinese imports, signaling a new phase in US–China trade relations.


US-China trade deal: Trump says China rare earths deal is one year, extendable 

China is set to launch its next manned mission to the Tiangong space station, featuring the country’s youngest-ever astronaut alongside four lab mice for scientific experiments.
The Shenzhou-21 mission will lift off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center at 11:44 PM (GMT) on Friday, marking a significant milestone in China’s space exploration program.

China Launches Youngest Astronaut on Tiangong Mission with Lab Mice 

Trump Xi Meeting: Trump Calls Xi Talks ‘Great Success,’ Cuts China Tariffs | WION 

President Donald Trump meets Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea during the APEC summit. The high-stakes Trump-Xi summit focuses on U.S.–China trade, diplomacy, and regional security.


Trump-Xi Summit: Trump Meets Xi Jinping at South Korea APEC Summit | WION

Canada is reportedly considering scrapping additional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle (EV) imports, diverging from the US approach.

The Ottawa government is considering eliminating the 100 percent tariff on Chinese EV imports, aligning with China on the EV issue, according to a report by The Wire China on October 26.

APEC Summit: Canada Eyes Trade Talks With China, Scrapping Tariffs On Chinese EVs

In a move that could reshape online content creation, China has introduced a new rule requiring influencers to have official qualifications before discussing “sensitive” subjects such as medicine, law, education, or finance online.

Chinese Influencers Posting Sensitive Content Need Degrees Now

#Gravitas The latest Hurun Rich List 2025 reveals a record-breaking surge in China’s ultra-wealthy population, with over 340 new billionaires added this year. Despite slowing economic growth, more than 1,400 individuals in China now hold fortunes exceeding $702 million. The report underscores the nation’s widening wealth gap and the resilience of its private sector amid global uncertainty.

China Adds 340+ Billionaires In 2025

China’s hairy crab industry — famous for its delicacy and exports — is now facing serious threats from climate change.
Rising water temperatures and unpredictable weather patterns are affecting breeding cycles, crab size, and survival rates.

Global Warming Hits China’s Famous Hairy Crab Industry | CLIMATE TRACKER 

Soybean futures rose 1.4% after U.S. Treasury secretary scott bessent hinted that the U.S. And china may be close to a trade deal, potentially including 'substantial' purchases of american soybeans.

Soybean Futures Rise 1.4% Amid Trade Deal Optimism | WORLD BUSINESS WATCH | WION

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has labeled China as the biggest security threat to the United States, citing rising geopolitical tensions and concerns over military, economic, and technological influence.

Cruz’s statement adds to the ongoing debate in Washington over U.S.–China relations, including issues such as trade, cybersecurity, military presence in the Indo-Pacific, and global strategic competition.


China: 'Biggest Threat To U.S. Or Trade Ally' 

A new development in US-China trade relations — investor and advisor Bessent says the rumored 100% Trump tariffs on China will not take effect from November 1. Markets react cautiously as both nations navigate ongoing trade tensions.

Trump Eyes Trade Truce With China, US Rethinks Tariff Tactics As China Dominates ASEAN Trade

U.S. President Donald Trump, on board Air Force One, expressed optimism about trade talks with Brazil and China. He was more critical of Canada, saying that the nation “has been ripping us off for a long time”.

Trump on US-China Trade Talks: 'We Feel Good'

US-China Talks: New Twist in US-China Trade Talks | Bessent Clarifies Trump Tariffs | WION 

Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are key growth hubs across developing and developed nations. Governments offer fiscal benefits, relaxed regulations, and strong infrastructure to attract industries. As per UNCTAD’s 2019 World Investment Report, here are the top 10 countries with the most SEZs.

Top 10 countries with the most Special Economic Zones — See where India stands

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US-China: Ted Cruz Calls China US’s Top Security Threat | WION

Direct flights between India and China resume today, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations. This move is expected to boost trade, tourism, and connectivity between the two nations. 

India-China Direct Flights Resume Today, Indigo Launches Direct Kolkata-Guangzhou Flight Service

Direct flights between India and China resume today, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations. This move is expected to boost trade, tourism, and connectivity between the two nations. 


India-China Direct Flights Resume Today | Bilateral Milestone Achieved | WION 

President Donald Trump lands in Asia this weekend for a multinational swing that will culminate in a high-stakes meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, as the U.S. president attempts to stabilize the relationship with the world’s second-largest economy amid a trade war he instigated.

ASEAN Summit 2025: Trade Deals, Tariff Negotiation Takes Centre Stage

Top U.S. and Chinese negotiators sounded a positive note on weekend trade talks, hailing what they called constructive discussions ahead of a meeting between President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping planned for this week.


Bessent: US & China Set 'Positive Framework' For Trade Talks Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting

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