White House Trade Adviser Peter Navarro has stirred controversy by praising India's diplomatic influence in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, stating that "the road to peace runs through New Delhi" and calling PM Narendra Modi "a great leader." However, Navarro also criticized India’s trade practices and continued oil trade with Russia, citing them as reasons behind the Trump administration’s decision to impose a 50% tariff and an unspecified penalty on Indian goods, effective August 27. The move has triggered debate over US-India ties amid growing global tensions.

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US President-elect Donald Trump announced Adam Boehler as his special presidential envoy for hostage affairs. In his announcement on Wednesday (Dec. 4), Trump said Boehler was a lead negotiator for his team in 2020 that worked on the Abraham Accords. It is a series of normalisation deals between Israel and Arab countries.&nbsp;

"He has negotiated with some of the toughest people in the World, including the Taliban, but Adam knows that NO ONE is tougher than the United States of America, at least when President Trump is its Leader. Adam will work tirelessly to bring our Great American Citizens HOME," Trump said while announcing Boehler's name.&nbsp;

Boehler has worked as the&nbsp;chief executive officer (CEO) of the US International Development Finance Corporation. It was a new federal agency created during Donald Trump's first term in the White House ending in 2021.

Further in his nominations, Trump picked Daniel P. Driscoll of North Carolina, a venture capitalist, to serve as the secretary of the Army in his second term in the White House starting in January.&nbsp;

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"I am pleased to nominate Daniel P. Driscoll, from the Great State of North Carolina, to serve as the Secretary of the Army. As a former Soldier, Investor, and Political Advisor, Dan brings a powerful combination of experiences to serve as a disruptor and change agent," the Republican wrote in his post on Truth Social.&nbsp;

He further announced Peter Navarro as his trade adviser pick.&nbsp;

<h2>Trump may replace Hegseth&nbsp;</h2>

The announcement came amid the emerging reports that Trump is considering replacing his defence secretary pick, Pete Hegseth. According to the Wall Street Journal, Trump is likely to replace Hegseth with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ahead of his second term in the White House.&nbsp;

Hegseth, a former Fox News host and a veteran of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, has been in hot water since Trump nominated him. Currently, he is facing intense scrutiny for his personal life, including alleged mistreatment of women.&nbsp;

DeSantis ran against Trump in the Republican primary. Before he dropped out, he was called Trump 2.0 with people thinking he could take the President-elect's populist agenda ahead.&nbsp;

He was elected as Florida governor in 2018.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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US President-elect Donald Trump announced Adam Boehler as his special presidential envoy for hostage affairs. In his announcement on Wednesday (Dec. 4), Trump said Boehler was a lead negotiator for his team in 2020 that worked on the Abraham Accords.

US President-elect Donald Trump announced Adam Boehler as his special presidential envoy for hostage affairs. In his announcement on Wednesday (Dec. 4), Trump said Boehler was a lead negotiator for his team in 2020 that worked on the Abraham Accords. It is a series of normalisation deals between Israel and Arab countries. "He has negotiated with some of the toughest people in the World, including the Taliban, but Adam knows that NO ONE is tougher than the United States of America, at least when President Trump is its Leader. Adam will work tirelessly to bring our Great American Citizens HOME," Trump said while announcing Boehler's name. Boehler has worked as the chief executive officer (CEO) of the US International Development Finance Corporation. It was a new federal agency created during Donald Trump's first term in the White House ending in 2021. Further in his nominations, Trump picked Daniel P. Driscoll of North Carolina, a venture capitalist, to serve as the secretary of the Army in his second term in the White House starting in January. Watch | Trump Cites Hunter Biden In Latest Bid To Throw Out Hush Money Conviction × "I am pleased to nominate Daniel P. Driscoll, from the Great State of North Carolina, to serve as the Secretary of the Army. As a former Soldier, Investor, and Political Advisor, Dan brings a powerful combination of experiences to serve as a disruptor and change agent," the Republican wrote in his post on Truth Social. He further announced Peter Navarro as his trade adviser pick. Trump may replace Hegseth The announcement came amid the emerging reports that Trump is considering replacing his defence secretary pick, Pete Hegseth. According to the Wall Street Journal, Trump is likely to replace Hegseth with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ahead of his second term in the White House. Hegseth, a former Fox News host and a veteran of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, has been in hot water since Trump nominated him. Currently, he is facing intense scrutiny for his personal life, including alleged mistreatment of women. DeSantis ran against Trump in the Republican primary. Before he dropped out, he was called Trump 2.0 with people thinking he could take the President-elect's populist agenda ahead. He was elected as Florida governor in 2018. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump picks Adam Boehler as envoy for hostage affairs, also announces trade adviser, Army secretary

US Trade Representative Katherine Tai spoke with Chinese Vice Premier Liu He on Friday to discuss Chinese commercial practices that Washington deems unfair.

This was the second consultation between the chief trade negotiators from the world's two biggest economies after relations were damaged under former US president Donald Trump. The two last spoke in May.

"During their candid exchange, Ambassador Tai and Vice Premier Liu acknowledged the importance of the bilateral trade relationship and the impact that it has not only on the United States and China but also the global economy," the USTR said in a statement.

China's state-run Xinhua news agency said the two sides "conducted pragmatic, candid and constructive exchanges."

"Both sides expressed their core concerns and agreed to resolve each other's legitimate concerns through consultation," it said.

The Friday discussion was "an opportunity for the United States and China to commit to forging a trade relationship that is managed responsibly," a USTR official said on condition of anonymity.

Tai underscored US concerns "relating to China's state-led, non-market policies and practices that harm American workers, farmers and businesses," the USTR said.

The Biden administration says China's massive state subsidies for national companies, intellectual property theft and other factors create a heavily uneven playing field in trade.

Trump imposed tariffs on Chinese products worth $370 billion in 2018, citing trade practices Washington deemed "unfair."

But many US companies have criticised the levies, saying they drive up costs, since importers bear their brunt.

Biden, who took office in January, asked Tai to conduct a comprehensive review of US trade strategy towards China and the tariffs initiated by Trump.

This week, Tai announced the launch of "a targeted tariff exclusion process".

More than a goodwill gesture to Beijing, she explained that it was a matter of granting "case-by-case" exemptions for US companies that do not have an alternative source of supply to China.&nbsp;

The USTR said it would take public comments regarding exclusions from its tariffs on China.

The public comment period runs from October 12 through December 1, and USTR said it would weigh the exclusion's impact on factors including employment, supply chains and its overall policies towards China.

On Friday, Tai reiterated Biden's goal of pursuing a policy that best serves US interests.

US Trade Representative Katherine Tai spoke with Chinese Vice Premier Liu He on Friday to discuss Chinese commercial practices that Washington deems unfair. This was the second consultation between the chief trade negotiators from the world's two biggest economies after relations were damaged under former US president Donald Trump.

US Trade Representative Katherine Tai spoke with Chinese Vice Premier Liu He on Friday to discuss Chinese commercial practices that Washington deems unfair. This was the second consultation between the chief trade negotiators from the world's two biggest economies after relations were damaged under former US president Donald Trump. The two last spoke in May. "During their candid exchange, Ambassador Tai and Vice Premier Liu acknowledged the importance of the bilateral trade relationship and the impact that it has not only on the United States and China but also the global economy," the USTR said in a statement. China's state-run Xinhua news agency said the two sides "conducted pragmatic, candid and constructive exchanges." "Both sides expressed their core concerns and agreed to resolve each other's legitimate concerns through consultation," it said. The Friday discussion was "an opportunity for the United States and China to commit to forging a trade relationship that is managed responsibly," a USTR official said on condition of anonymity. Tai underscored US concerns "relating to China's state-led, non-market policies and practices that harm American workers, farmers and businesses," the USTR said. The Biden administration says China's massive state subsidies for national companies, intellectual property theft and other factors create a heavily uneven playing field in trade. Trump imposed tariffs on Chinese products worth $370 billion in 2018, citing trade practices Washington deemed "unfair." But many US companies have criticised the levies, saying they drive up costs, since importers bear their brunt. Biden, who took office in January, asked Tai to conduct a comprehensive review of US trade strategy towards China and the tariffs initiated by Trump. This week, Tai announced the launch of "a targeted tariff exclusion process". More than a goodwill gesture to Beijing, she explained that it was a matter of granting "case-by-case" exemptions for US companies that do not have an alternative source of supply to China. The USTR said it would take public comments regarding exclusions from its tariffs on China. The public comment period runs from October 12 through December 1, and USTR said it would weigh the exclusion's impact on factors including employment, supply chains and its overall policies towards China. On Friday, Tai reiterated Biden's goal of pursuing a policy that best serves US interests.

US, China chief trade negotiators hold 'candid exchange'

Britain named former Australian Prime Minister, Tony Abbott, as a trade adviser on Friday, rejecting complaints from critics that his conservative views about women and gay people made him unfit to represent the United Kingdom.

Some British lawmakers, including the leader of the opposition Labour Party Keir Starmer, have said Abbott, 62, who led Australia from 2013-2015, was not suitable for the job.

The government said on Friday he would become an adviser to Britain`s Board of Trade, which was relaunched in 2017 to champion export and inward investment after Brexit. It is supported by leading figures from the world of politics and business who act as advisers.

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"The new Board of Trade will play an important role in helping Britain make the case for free and fair trade across the UK and around the world," Secretary of State for International Trade, Liz Truss, said in a statement.

Abbott has attracted criticism from British opposition politicians and media outlets over his views on homosexuality, gender, climate change and COVID following reports he had been linked with the job.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who has repeatedly refused to bow to what he sees as media storms, defended Abbott before the appointment was announced on Friday.

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"This is a guy who was elected by the people of the great liberal democratic nation of Australia," he said. 
"And Australia... it`s an amazing country it`s a freedom-loving country, it`s a liberal country. There you go - I think that speaks for itself."

Britain is racing to strike trade deals with countries around the world before it fully leaves the European Union at the end of this year.

Other advisers to the Board include the head of the Scottish Whisky Association Karen Betts, Brexit supporter Daniel Hannan and the head of the Environment Agency, Emma Howard Boyd.

Britain named former Australian Prime Minister, Tony Abbott, as a trade adviser on Friday, rejecting complaints from critics that his conservative views about women and gay people made him unfit to represent the United Kingdom.

Britain named former Australian Prime Minister, Tony Abbott, as a trade adviser on Friday, rejecting complaints from critics that his conservative views about women and gay people made him unfit to represent the United Kingdom. Some British lawmakers, including the leader of the opposition Labour Party Keir Starmer, have said Abbott, 62, who led Australia from 2013-2015, was not suitable for the job. The government said on Friday he would become an adviser to Britain`s Board of Trade, which was relaunched in 2017 to champion export and inward investment after Brexit. It is supported by leading figures from the world of politics and business who act as advisers. Also read: UK ramps up virus tests, mulls Portugal arrivals quarantine "The new Board of Trade will play an important role in helping Britain make the case for free and fair trade across the UK and around the world," Secretary of State for International Trade, Liz Truss, said in a statement. Abbott has attracted criticism from British opposition politicians and media outlets over his views on homosexuality, gender, climate change and COVID following reports he had been linked with the job. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who has repeatedly refused to bow to what he sees as media storms, defended Abbott before the appointment was announced on Friday. Also read: British PM Johnson urges Russia to 'explain' what happened to Navalny "This is a guy who was elected by the people of the great liberal democratic nation of Australia," he said. "And Australia... it`s an amazing country it`s a freedom-loving country, it`s a liberal country. There you go - I think that speaks for itself." Britain is racing to strike trade deals with countries around the world before it fully leaves the European Union at the end of this year. Other advisers to the Board include the head of the Scottish Whisky Association Karen Betts, Brexit supporter Daniel Hannan and the head of the Environment Agency, Emma Howard Boyd.

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