European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Brussels is considering all options to react to China’s rare-earth threat https://t.co/QufefuoadR ...

On “Drum Tower” Sarah Wu and Jeremy Page dissect the discomfort behind the smiles in the China-North Korea relationship https://t.co/HKTbe4SZM4 ...

In the White House there is a belief that America has the upper hand over China in a test of nerves and pain-tolerance. But the reality is different https://t.co/bQHnnTjxiK ...

Trade Negotiations & International Relations - The suspension of trade negotiations with Canada by President Trump raises concerns given Canada's status as a major trading partner, import source, and long-time ally of the US [11][12] - President Trump's reaction to an ad by Ontario, Canada, which he perceived as critical, led to the suspension of trade negotiations [3][5] - The US administration exempts most products imported from Canada from tariffs if they comply with the free trade agreement [22] - Sector-specific tariffs, particularly on steel, aluminum, and lumber, are major sticking points in trade talks with Canada, negatively impacting Canadian industries [24][25] - China cut off its purchases of soybeans back in May [30] - South Korea pledged $350 billion in investments in the US [31] - Japan agreed to $550 billion in investments and gave the US a lot of control over that [31] US Economy & Inflation - Failure to resolve trade issues with Canada could have existential consequences for US small manufacturers and businesses relying on Canadian imports, potentially leading to higher consumer prices [14][15] - September inflation numbers ticked up slightly, but not as much as economists anticipated [16] - Inflation is at 3%, higher than policymakers would like [15][18] - The market is influenced by trillions of dollars of AI spending and anticipation of lower interest rates by the Federal Reserve [17] - Food inflation is still rising, with record high beef prices and increasing shelter prices [18][19] - Energy prices have ticked up due to new sanctions against Russian oil giants [20]

Joining us now, former US ambassador to Russia and MSNBC international affairs analyst Michael McFall and retired fourstar general and MSNBC military analyst Barry McAffrey. And ambassador, you and I have spoken several times over the course of the past few weeks and you have urged the president to enact these sanctions on Russia. Your thoughts now.>> Uh this is an important positive achievement. I'm glad they finally did it. These are the first sanctions that the Trump administration has imposed.uh it's no ...

Chief prosecutor says top official would not call China an enemy https://t.co/H0zaJiRoWL ...

Today on “The Intelligence”: Is China winning the trade war, screen-addicted seniors and wonderful waltzes from Strauss to “Strictly Come Dancing” https://t.co/b0UfiHDmNW ...

“It has an absolute iron grip on everything that America needs.” @S_Rabinovitch tells “The Intelligence” China has exploited American vulnerabilities to gain the upper hand in the trade war https://t.co/mfKnLAwPY9 ...

Market Outlook - China's dual role as a more formidable competitor and a less reliable customer is creating uncertainty for European stocks this earnings season [1]

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul cancels his first official trip to China just two days before he was set to depart, citing scheduling issues https://t.co/epYlhukYiK ...