Introduction to Rare-Earth Metals and Export Controls Imagine a world where the backbone of modern technology and defense systems hinges on a single nation's decisions—China, which controls the lion's share of rare-earth metals, has just tightened export restrictions, sending shockwaves through
What happens when billions of dollars in trade hang in the balance, and two leaders with wildly different approaches—one a meticulous economist, the other a bold dealmaker—face off in a high-stakes showdown at the White House? The recent meeting between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and US
Setting the Stage for a Trade Policy Shake-Up In a landscape where global supply chains are tightly interwoven, the announcement of a 25 percent tariff on imported medium- and heavy-duty trucks by President Donald Trump has sent shockwaves through the North American market. Effective since November
Overview of the California Raisin Industry In the heart of California's agricultural landscape, the raisin industry, once a towering symbol of the state's global dominance in dried fruit, is grappling with a stark reality of decline, having seen its output dwindle dramatically over recent decades.
Introduction to African Digital Trade and the 'Digital Trade for Africa' Initiative Imagine a continent where digital trade could unlock billions in economic potential, yet remains shackled by regulatory and infrastructural hurdles that stifle growth and innovation. African digital trade holds
In a landscape where global markets are increasingly shaped by geopolitical undercurrents, a recent phone call between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping has sent ripples through economic and tech sectors, marking a break in months of silence. This interaction raises
