Phase one of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections is underway, with voters heading to the polls to decide the future of the region. This election holds significant importance, as it will shape the political landscape and address key issues affecting the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Stay tuned for updates on voter turnout, key constituencies, and what's at stake for the region's governance and development.

Jammu and Kashmir Elections: Voting Underway In Phase One, What's At Stake?

The Election Commission of India reported a 26.72 percent voter turnout in the first four hours of polling for the 24 assembly seats in phase 1 of the Jammu and Kashmir elections, with Inderwal in Jammu recording the highest turnout at 40.36 percent, followed by Dada West with 35 percent.

Jammu & Kashmir Assembly Elections 2024 Voting Underway As Phase One Begins

Asian shares rose to new 19-month highs on Monday ahead of the expected signing on <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/details-of-us-china-deal-to-be-published-after-signing-white-house-273483">Phase One</a>&nbsp;China-US&nbsp;trade deal, although markets have yet to see the details of the agreement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/nifty-sensex-headed-for-weekly-gain-as-mideast-tensions-ease-273346">MSCI's broadest index</a> of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was 0.47 per cent&nbsp;higher, touching its highest point since June 2018. Japanese markets were closed for a holiday.

South Korea's trade-sensitive Kospi added 0.73 per cent&nbsp;and Hong Kong's Hang Seng was up 0.74 per cent, while Taiwan shares added 0.6 per cent&nbsp;in the first trading day after Taiwanese re-elected President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kongs-strengths-as-global-financial-hub-intact-despite-protests-carrie-lam-273828">Tsai Ing-wen</a> by a landslide on Saturday.

Mainland Chinese shares lagged the regional index after China's major equity indexes logged their sixth consecutive weekly rise last week, the longest such streak since the first quarter of 2019.

The benchmark <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/sensex-jumps-634-points-as-us-iran-tensions-ease-auto-and-realty-stocks-gain-273229">Shanghai Composite Index</a> ended the morning session up just 0.06 per cent.

Investors in China are looking ahead to trade and economic growth data due this week, which is expected to shed more light on some early signs of economic improvement after the country logged its slowest pace of growth in nearly three decades in the third quarter.

Japan's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/asian-shares-erase-losses-as-mideast-tensions-ease-oil-ticks-up-273093">Nikkei</a> was closed for a holiday. It fell sharply early last week when Iran attacked bases hosting US&nbsp;military in Iraq, only to rally almost a thousand points when the two countries stepped back from hostilities.

E-Mini futures for the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/global-markets-stocks-march-back-to-record-highs-as-middle-east-tensions-ease-273438">S&amp;P 500</a> edged up 0.28 per cent, to be just off all-time highs.

The main event of the week will be the signing of the Phase One&nbsp;trade deal between the United States and China on Wednesday. The Trump administration has invited at least 200 people to the White House for the ceremony.

"A calmer geopolitical backdrop and the signing of the US‑China Phase One&nbsp;agreement is, on balance, favourable for global growth," said Joseph Capurso, an FX strategist at CBA.

"However, the 86-page Phase One&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-vice-premier-liu-to-sign-us-trade-deal-next-week-in-washington-273242">agreement</a> has not yet been made public.&nbsp;There are doubts how comprehensive the deal is, and whether the Phase One&nbsp;agreement will be implemented in full by both governments."

Washington has reserved the right to reimpose tariffs if it judges China is not abiding by the deal.

"If there is any surprise from the Phase One&nbsp;deal&nbsp;that may actually cause some kind of volatility," said Tommy Xie, economist and head of greater China research at OCBC in Singapore.

"People are really focused on whether China is really committed to purchasing additional $200 billion in goods and services from the US&nbsp;over the next two years, there's not much commitment from China yet."

Xie said China's fourth-quarter and 2019 full-year GDP figures, due on Friday, are also likely to draw close scrutiny as investors look for signs that improvements seen in recent manufacturing surveys are reflected in broader growth and investment figures.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/sp-500-snaps-win-streak-as-middle-east-tensions-push-down-wall-street-272037">Wall Street</a> slipped and bonds rallied on Friday when data showed US&nbsp;nonfarm payrolls missed forecasts with a rise of 145,000, while wages and hours worked were soft.

"This is the perfect employment report for the Fed to continue to run the economy 'hot', as views on the natural rate of unemployment continue to drop," said Alan Ruskin, Deutsche Bank's global head of FX strategy. "This is perfect for risky assets."&nbsp;

On Monday, the euro gained 0.06 per cent&nbsp;to $1.1126, up from a $1.1083 low on Friday. Support comes in around $1.1060, while the recent peak at $1.1239 marks stiff resistance.

The dollar was firm on the yen at 109.61 but faces tough resistance around 109.70 where rallies have repeatedly failed in the past couple of months.

Against a basket of currencies, the dollar was stuck at 97.357, well within the recent trading range of 96.355 to 97.817.

The pound dipped 0.18 per cent&nbsp;to $1.3035 after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/bank-of-england-sam-woods-warns-financial-sector-may-crackdown-273799">Bank of England</a> policymaker Gertjan Vlieghe said he will vote for a cut in interest rates later this month, barring an "imminent and significant" improvement in the growth data.

Spot gold slipped 0.37 per cent to $1,556.30 per ounce, having hit a seven-year top last week of $1,610.90 at the height of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/do-not-kill-your-protesters-us-president-trump-to-iranian-authorities-273818">Iran-US&nbsp;tensions</a>.

Oil prices were slightly firmer after suffering the first weekly loss since late November.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/oil-edges-above-65-as-middle-east-concerns-support-273441">Brent crude</a> futures were up 6 cents at $65.04 a barrel, while US&nbsp;crude added 10 cents to $59.14 a barrel.

Asian shares rose to new 19-month highs on Monday ahead of the expected signing on Phase One China-US trade deal, although markets have yet to see the details of the agreement.

Asian shares rose to new 19-month highs on Monday ahead of the expected signing on Phase One China-US trade deal, although markets have yet to see the details of the agreement. MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was 0.47 per cent higher, touching its highest point since June 2018. Japanese markets were closed for a holiday. South Korea's trade-sensitive Kospi added 0.73 per cent and Hong Kong's Hang Seng was up 0.74 per cent, while Taiwan shares added 0.6 per cent in the first trading day after Taiwanese re-elected President Tsai Ing-wen by a landslide on Saturday. Mainland Chinese shares lagged the regional index after China's major equity indexes logged their sixth consecutive weekly rise last week, the longest such streak since the first quarter of 2019. The benchmark Shanghai Composite Index ended the morning session up just 0.06 per cent. Investors in China are looking ahead to trade and economic growth data due this week, which is expected to shed more light on some early signs of economic improvement after the country logged its slowest pace of growth in nearly three decades in the third quarter. Japan's Nikkei was closed for a holiday. It fell sharply early last week when Iran attacked bases hosting US military in Iraq, only to rally almost a thousand points when the two countries stepped back from hostilities. E-Mini futures for the S&P 500 edged up 0.28 per cent, to be just off all-time highs. The main event of the week will be the signing of the Phase One trade deal between the United States and China on Wednesday. The Trump administration has invited at least 200 people to the White House for the ceremony. "A calmer geopolitical backdrop and the signing of the US‑China Phase One agreement is, on balance, favourable for global growth," said Joseph Capurso, an FX strategist at CBA. "However, the 86-page Phase One agreement has not yet been made public. There are doubts how comprehensive the deal is, and whether the Phase One agreement will be implemented in full by both governments." Washington has reserved the right to reimpose tariffs if it judges China is not abiding by the deal. "If there is any surprise from the Phase One deal that may actually cause some kind of volatility," said Tommy Xie, economist and head of greater China research at OCBC in Singapore. "People are really focused on whether China is really committed to purchasing additional $200 billion in goods and services from the US over the next two years, there's not much commitment from China yet." Xie said China's fourth-quarter and 2019 full-year GDP figures, due on Friday, are also likely to draw close scrutiny as investors look for signs that improvements seen in recent manufacturing surveys are reflected in broader growth and investment figures. Wall Street slipped and bonds rallied on Friday when data showed US nonfarm payrolls missed forecasts with a rise of 145,000, while wages and hours worked were soft. "This is the perfect employment report for the Fed to continue to run the economy 'hot', as views on the natural rate of unemployment continue to drop," said Alan Ruskin, Deutsche Bank's global head of FX strategy. "This is perfect for risky assets." On Monday, the euro gained 0.06 per cent to $1.1126, up from a $1.1083 low on Friday. Support comes in around $1.1060, while the recent peak at $1.1239 marks stiff resistance. The dollar was firm on the yen at 109.61 but faces tough resistance around 109.70 where rallies have repeatedly failed in the past couple of months. Against a basket of currencies, the dollar was stuck at 97.357, well within the recent trading range of 96.355 to 97.817. The pound dipped 0.18 per cent to $1.3035 after Bank of England policymaker Gertjan Vlieghe said he will vote for a cut in interest rates later this month, barring an "imminent and significant" improvement in the growth data. Spot gold slipped 0.37 per cent to $1,556.30 per ounce, having hit a seven-year top last week of $1,610.90 at the height of Iran-US tensions. Oil prices were slightly firmer after suffering the first weekly loss since late November. Brent crude futures were up 6 cents at $65.04 a barrel, while US crude added 10 cents to $59.14 a barrel.

Asian shares rise ahead of US-China 'phase one' trade deal

US President Donald Trump on Saturday said that the 'Phase One' trade deal with China would be signed "very shortly".

Trump's remarks came during an event in Florida. &nbsp;

"We just achieved a breakthrough on the trade deal and we will be signing it very shortly," Trump said at the event as reported by news agency Reuters.&nbsp;

This comes after Trump, on Friday, held a telephonic conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping and tweeted out saying that the two leaders had a "<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-xi-jinping-give-positive-signals-on-trade-deal-after-phone-call-269443">very good talk</a>".&nbsp;

"Had a very good talk with President Xi of China concerning our giant Trade Deal. China has already started large scale purchases of agricultural product &amp; more. Formal signing being arranged. Also talked about North Korea, where we are working with China, &amp; Hong Kong (progress!)," Trump's tweet read.&nbsp;

US-China 'Phase One' deal was announced earlier this month as part of a bid to end the months-long tit-for-tat trade war between the world's two largest economies, which has roiled markets and hit global growth.

Under the deal, the United States would agree to reduce some tariffs in exchange for a big jump in Chinese purchases of American farm products.

(With inputs from Reuters)&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump on Saturday said that the 'Phase One' trade deal with China would be signed "very shortly". Trump's remarks came during an event in Florida.

US President Donald Trump on Saturday said that the 'Phase One' trade deal with China would be signed "very shortly". Trump's remarks came during an event in Florida. "We just achieved a breakthrough on the trade deal and we will be signing it very shortly," Trump said at the event as reported by news agency Reuters. This comes after Trump, on Friday, held a telephonic conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping and tweeted out saying that the two leaders had a "very good talk". "Had a very good talk with President Xi of China concerning our giant Trade Deal. China has already started large scale purchases of agricultural product & more. Formal signing being arranged. Also talked about North Korea, where we are working with China, & Hong Kong (progress!)," Trump's tweet read. US-China 'Phase One' deal was announced earlier this month as part of a bid to end the months-long tit-for-tat trade war between the world's two largest economies, which has roiled markets and hit global growth. Under the deal, the United States would agree to reduce some tariffs in exchange for a big jump in Chinese purchases of American farm products. (With inputs from Reuters)

Phase One trade deal with China would be signed 'very shortly': Donald Trump

China&nbsp;on Thursday unveiled a&nbsp;new&nbsp;list of import&nbsp;tariff&nbsp;exemptions&nbsp;for six&nbsp;chemical&nbsp;and&nbsp;oil&nbsp;products&nbsp;from the United States, days after the world's two largest economies announced a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/phase-one-trade-deal-reached-with-us-china-268186">Phase One&nbsp;trade deal</a>.

The&nbsp;exemptions&nbsp;will be for one year from December&nbsp;26, the Finance Ministry said, without providing a value for the imports excluded from duties.

Duties already imposed on&nbsp;US&nbsp;products&nbsp;would not be refunded, the ministry added.

The&nbsp;tariff&nbsp;waivers will apply to four&nbsp;chemical&nbsp;products, such as metallocene high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and a special grade of linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE), and refined&nbsp;oil&nbsp;products&nbsp;that include white&nbsp;oil&nbsp;and food-grade petroleum wax.

Kelly Cui, principal analyst with consultancy Wood Mackenzie, said the&nbsp;exemptions&nbsp;on the&nbsp;chemical&nbsp;products&nbsp;would benefit companies such as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-bans-two-us-pesticides-citing-risk-to-bees-266292">Dow&nbsp;Chemical&nbsp;Co</a>, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/failed-exxon-talks-left-petrobras-stranded-for-auctions-report-261167">Exxon Mobil Corp</a> and Chevron Phillips&nbsp;Chemical&nbsp;Co, which have since 2017 been adding shale-based ethylene production facilities and targeting&nbsp;China&nbsp;as the prime export market.

Cui also pointed out that the listed&nbsp;products, metallocene HDPE and LLDPE, were high-end special grade plastic raw materials used for packaging and pipes.&nbsp;China&nbsp;is the world's largest importer of polyethylene.

"The&nbsp;exemptions&nbsp;could see&nbsp;China&nbsp;resume buying more HDPE and LLDPE from the&nbsp;US, reversing the trade flow, as the&nbsp;US&nbsp;supplies have been diverted to Latin America and Europe while&nbsp;China&nbsp;has been importing mostly from the Middle East," said Cui.

In 2018,&nbsp;China&nbsp;imported some 6.86 million tonnes of HDPE and 4.46 million tonnes of LLDPE, according to Cui, who cited Chinese customs data. The data does not provide a breakdown for different grades of each polymer.

These imports had a combined total value of about $14 billion&nbsp;based on the delivered cost for these two&nbsp;products.

For petroleum wax,&nbsp;China&nbsp;imported from the&nbsp;US&nbsp;1,108 tonnes or worth only $3.2 million in the first 10 months of 2019, one-tenth of&nbsp;China's total imports of the product, according to Chinese customs data and consultancy JLC Network Technology.

White&nbsp;oil&nbsp;imports from the&nbsp;US&nbsp;were 3,490 tonnes or worth only $8.7 million during the same period, roughly 6 per cent&nbsp;of&nbsp;China's total imports.

China&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/china-to-waive-tariffs-on-some-us-soybeans-pork-266610">waived import&nbsp;tariffs</a> for some soybeans and pork shipments from the United States on December&nbsp;6, before the two sides reached a Phase One&nbsp;trade deal to cancel&nbsp;tariffs that were planned to take effect on December&nbsp;15.

China&nbsp;said it will continue to work on the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-wants-us-tariffs-rolled-back-in-phase-one-trade-deal-report-265517">product&nbsp;exemptions</a>&nbsp;and release the second batch of waivers at an appropriate time.

The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/japan-tax-revision-targets-corporate-cashpile-to-spur-spending-5g-investment-267859">Sino-US&nbsp;trade war</a> has been a major headache for global policymakers as it slowed economic growth worldwide and chilled business investment and confidence.

US&nbsp;Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer last week acknowledged there remained hard work ahead in the next phase of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-goodwill-gesture-us-will-delay-5-boost-in-tariffs-on-chinese-imports-trump-249102">negotiations</a>.

He gave no specific timetable, but said&nbsp;U.S. President Donald Trump did not want to wait until after the 2020 presidential election to wrap up a more comprehensive agreement.

China on Thursday unveiled a new list of import tariff exemptions for six chemical and oil products from the United States, days after the world's two largest economies announced a Phase One trade deal.

China on Thursday unveiled a new list of import tariff exemptions for six chemical and oil products from the United States, days after the world's two largest economies announced a Phase One trade deal. The exemptions will be for one year from December 26, the Finance Ministry said, without providing a value for the imports excluded from duties. Duties already imposed on US products would not be refunded, the ministry added. The tariff waivers will apply to four chemical products, such as metallocene high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and a special grade of linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE), and refined oil products that include white oil and food-grade petroleum wax. Kelly Cui, principal analyst with consultancy Wood Mackenzie, said the exemptions on the chemical products would benefit companies such as Dow Chemical Co, Exxon Mobil Corp and Chevron Phillips Chemical Co, which have since 2017 been adding shale-based ethylene production facilities and targeting China as the prime export market. Cui also pointed out that the listed products, metallocene HDPE and LLDPE, were high-end special grade plastic raw materials used for packaging and pipes. China is the world's largest importer of polyethylene. "The exemptions could see China resume buying more HDPE and LLDPE from the US, reversing the trade flow, as the US supplies have been diverted to Latin America and Europe while China has been importing mostly from the Middle East," said Cui. In 2018, China imported some 6.86 million tonnes of HDPE and 4.46 million tonnes of LLDPE, according to Cui, who cited Chinese customs data. The data does not provide a breakdown for different grades of each polymer. These imports had a combined total value of about $14 billion based on the delivered cost for these two products. For petroleum wax, China imported from the US 1,108 tonnes or worth only $3.2 million in the first 10 months of 2019, one-tenth of China's total imports of the product, according to Chinese customs data and consultancy JLC Network Technology. White oil imports from the US were 3,490 tonnes or worth only $8.7 million during the same period, roughly 6 per cent of China's total imports. China waived import tariffs for some soybeans and pork shipments from the United States on December 6, before the two sides reached a Phase One trade deal to cancel tariffs that were planned to take effect on December 15. China said it will continue to work on the product exemptions and release the second batch of waivers at an appropriate time. The Sino-US trade war has been a major headache for global policymakers as it slowed economic growth worldwide and chilled business investment and confidence. US Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer last week acknowledged there remained hard work ahead in the next phase of negotiations. He gave no specific timetable, but said U.S. President Donald Trump did not want to wait until after the 2020 presidential election to wrap up a more comprehensive agreement.

China announces new tariff exemptions for US chemical, oil products

China and the United States are in touch over the signing of their Phase One&nbsp;trade deal, China's commerce ministry said, which will see lower US&nbsp;tariffs on Chinese goods and higher Chinese purchases of US&nbsp;farm, energy and manufactured goods.

The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-us-trade-deal-good-news-for-all-chinese-foreign-minister-wang-yi-268292">Phase One&nbsp;deal</a> was announced last week after more than two years of on-and-off trade talks, although neither side has released many specific details of the agreement.

Also Watch:&nbsp;US-China reach 'Phase One' Trade Deal

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Both the Chinese and US&nbsp;trade teams are in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-says-in-close-communication-with-us-over-trade-deal-266442">close communication</a>, Gao Feng, a spokesman at the Chinese commerce ministry, told reporters at a regular briefing on Thursday, adding there is no specific information on the deal to disclose currently.

"After the official signing of the deal, the content of the agreement will be made public," Gao said.

US&nbsp;officials say China agreed to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-treasury-secretary-mnuchin-says-trade-deal-with-china-to-boost-global-economy-268327">increase purchases</a> of US&nbsp;products and services by at least $200 billion over the next two years.

According to Washington, that would include additional purchases of US&nbsp;farm products of $32 billion over two years. That would average an annual total of about $40 billion, compared to a baseline of $24 billion in 2017 before the trade war started.

Chinese officials have so far not publicly confirmed much of Washington's version especially on <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-on-verge-of-landmark-china-trade-deal-trump-267981">goods purchase commitments</a>. But China said on Friday when the deal was announced that it will import more US&nbsp;wheat, rice, corn, energy, pharmaceuticals and financial services.

Earlier on Thursday, China unveiled a new list of tariff exemptions for US&nbsp;imports, mostly chemical products, days after the world's two largest economies announced the Phase One deal. China said the second part of the waiver list will be released at an appropriate time.

Washington said the deal also includes stronger Chinese legal protections for patents, trademarks, copyrights, including improved criminal and civil procedures to combat online infringement, pirated and counterfeit goods.

The two countries have reached a consensus over the protection of trade secrets, guarding intellectual property rights for pharmaceutical products, and cracking down on counterfeits and pirated goods on e-commerce platforms, Chinese Vice Minister of Commerce Wang Shouwen said on Friday.

China will step up protection of intellectual property but at its own pace, Wang said.

China and the United States are in touch over the signing of their Phase One trade deal, China's commerce ministry said, which will see lower US tariffs on Chinese goods and higher Chinese purchases of US farm, energy and manufactured goods.

China and the United States are in touch over the signing of their Phase One trade deal, China's commerce ministry said, which will see lower US tariffs on Chinese goods and higher Chinese purchases of US farm, energy and manufactured goods. The Phase One deal was announced last week after more than two years of on-and-off trade talks, although neither side has released many specific details of the agreement. Also Watch: US-China reach 'Phase One' Trade Deal × Both the Chinese and US trade teams are in close communication, Gao Feng, a spokesman at the Chinese commerce ministry, told reporters at a regular briefing on Thursday, adding there is no specific information on the deal to disclose currently. "After the official signing of the deal, the content of the agreement will be made public," Gao said. US officials say China agreed to increase purchases of US products and services by at least $200 billion over the next two years. According to Washington, that would include additional purchases of US farm products of $32 billion over two years. That would average an annual total of about $40 billion, compared to a baseline of $24 billion in 2017 before the trade war started. Chinese officials have so far not publicly confirmed much of Washington's version especially on goods purchase commitments. But China said on Friday when the deal was announced that it will import more US wheat, rice, corn, energy, pharmaceuticals and financial services. Earlier on Thursday, China unveiled a new list of tariff exemptions for US imports, mostly chemical products, days after the world's two largest economies announced the Phase One deal. China said the second part of the waiver list will be released at an appropriate time. Washington said the deal also includes stronger Chinese legal protections for patents, trademarks, copyrights, including improved criminal and civil procedures to combat online infringement, pirated and counterfeit goods. The two countries have reached a consensus over the protection of trade secrets, guarding intellectual property rights for pharmaceutical products, and cracking down on counterfeits and pirated goods on e-commerce platforms, Chinese Vice Minister of Commerce Wang Shouwen said on Friday. China will step up protection of intellectual property but at its own pace, Wang said.

China: In touch with US on signing of Phase One Trade Deal

A day after China announced reaching "<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/phase-one-trade-deal-reached-with-us-china-268186">phase one" trade agreement with the United States</a>, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the deal will is good news for all.

Yi added that the agreement will "provide stability in global trade", news agency Reuters reported.&nbsp;

His comments came on the sidelines on his visit to Slovenia on Saturday.

Yi said that there were still many issues between China and the United States that needed to be addressed, Reuters reported.&nbsp;

"Phase one" trade deal with the United States has been reached, China announced on Friday.

Beijing added that Washington will be removing tariffs 'phase by phase,' AFP reported.&nbsp;

China's vice commerce minister Wang Shouwen said that part of the "phase one" trade deal with the US includes a progressive rollback of tariffs that have threatened to roil the global economy.

"The two countries have agreed on the text of a phase one trade and economic deal," Shouwen said at a news conference, adding that the two sides now have to sign the agreement.

On Wednesday, the Bloomberg had reported the US and China are moving closer to "agreeing on the amount of tariffs to be rolled back in a phase-one trade deal," Reuters reported.

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

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A day after China announced reaching "phase one" trade agreement with the United States, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the deal will is good news for all.

A day after China announced reaching "phase one" trade agreement with the United States, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the deal will is good news for all. Yi added that the agreement will "provide stability in global trade", news agency Reuters reported. His comments came on the sidelines on his visit to Slovenia on Saturday. Yi said that there were still many issues between China and the United States that needed to be addressed, Reuters reported. "Phase one" trade deal with the United States has been reached, China announced on Friday. Beijing added that Washington will be removing tariffs 'phase by phase,' AFP reported. China's vice commerce minister Wang Shouwen said that part of the "phase one" trade deal with the US includes a progressive rollback of tariffs that have threatened to roil the global economy. "The two countries have agreed on the text of a phase one trade and economic deal," Shouwen said at a news conference, adding that the two sides now have to sign the agreement. On Wednesday, the Bloomberg had reported the US and China are moving closer to "agreeing on the amount of tariffs to be rolled back in a phase-one trade deal," Reuters reported. (With inputs from agencies)

China-US trade deal good news for all: Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi 

West Bengal Thursday recorded a polling percentage of 81 per cent, while Bihar recorded 50 per cent voter turnout in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/interesting-facts-about-phase-i-of-lok-sabah-polls-209574">phase one of Lok Sabha </a>elections.

Two seats in Bihar — Cooch Behar and Alipurduars — went to poll in the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/vajpayee-was-invincible-but-we-won-sonia-after-filing-nomination-from-rae-bareli-209541"> first phase</a>. The state will have polling in all seven phases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/live-lok-sabha-polls-2019-voting-underway-in-91-seats-in-first-phase-209404">Lok Sabha polls 2019 Phase 1 voting: As it happened</a>

Bihar recorded voter turnout of 50 per cent, the lowest among the 20 states which went to polls Thursday, the Election Commission said.

This time, however, the poll panel did not share the overall polling percentage at its briefing, saying the data was being collated and would be available later.
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Women show their voter identity cards as they wait to cast their votes at a polling station, during the first phase of general elections, at Khalapaar in Muzaffarnagar, Thursday, April 11, 2019. (PTI Photo) 
 
The two seats in Jammu and Kashmir — Jammu and Baramulla — recorded an overall percentage of 54.49 as compared to 57.19 in the 2014 general elections.

In Baramulla, the turnout was 35.01 per cent as compared to 38.5 per cent last time.

In Jammu, 72.16 per cent of voters turned up at the polling stations, as compared to 69.17 per cent last time.

Andhra Pradesh, where all seats went to polls in the first phase, recorded a turnout of 66 per cent as compared to 74.64 per cent in the last LS polls. 
In Mizoram, where the entire state went to polls in a single phase, recorded a dip in turnout. While last time the turnout was 61.95 per cent, this time it was 60 per cent.

The turnout in all constituencies is likely to go up as final reports were yet to come in, EC officials told reporters.

Similarly in Lakshadweep, the percentage this time was 66 as compared to 86 in 2014.

In Arunachal Pradesh, where both the constituencies went to polls, the turnout stood at 66 per cent as compared to 86 per cent in 2014.

West Bengal Thursday recorded a polling percentage of 81 per cent, while Bihar recorded 50 per cent voter turnout in phase one of Lok Sabha elections. Two seats in Bihar — Cooch Behar and Alipurduars — went to poll in the first phase.

West Bengal Thursday recorded a polling percentage of 81 per cent, while Bihar recorded 50 per cent voter turnout in phase one of Lok Sabha elections. Two seats in Bihar — Cooch Behar and Alipurduars — went to poll in the first phase. The state will have polling in all seven phases. Lok Sabha polls 2019 Phase 1 voting: As it happened Bihar recorded voter turnout of 50 per cent, the lowest among the 20 states which went to polls Thursday, the Election Commission said. This time, however, the poll panel did not share the overall polling percentage at its briefing, saying the data was being collated and would be available later. Women show their voter identity cards as they wait to cast their votes at a polling station, during the first phase of general elections, at Khalapaar in Muzaffarnagar, Thursday, April 11, 2019. (PTI Photo) The two seats in Jammu and Kashmir — Jammu and Baramulla — recorded an overall percentage of 54.49 as compared to 57.19 in the 2014 general elections. In Baramulla, the turnout was 35.01 per cent as compared to 38.5 per cent last time. In Jammu, 72.16 per cent of voters turned up at the polling stations, as compared to 69.17 per cent last time. Andhra Pradesh, where all seats went to polls in the first phase, recorded a turnout of 66 per cent as compared to 74.64 per cent in the last LS polls. In Mizoram, where the entire state went to polls in a single phase, recorded a dip in turnout. While last time the turnout was 61.95 per cent, this time it was 60 per cent. The turnout in all constituencies is likely to go up as final reports were yet to come in, EC officials told reporters. Similarly in Lakshadweep, the percentage this time was 66 as compared to 86 in 2014. In Arunachal Pradesh, where both the constituencies went to polls, the turnout stood at 66 per cent as compared to 86 per cent in 2014.

Lok Sabha polls 2019: Bihar sees lowest voter turnout with 50%, West Bengal tops with 81% in phase 1

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