Energy - China's rare earth exports in May reached 5,864.6 tons, an increase from 4,784.8 tons in April, with total exports from January to May amounting to 24,827.0 tons [1] - In May, China imported 36.04 million tons of coal and lignite, down from 37.82 million tons in April [3] Trade Situation - In the first five months of this year, China's goods trade imports and exports grew by 2.5% year-on-year, with trade value with the United States declining by 8.1% [2] - U.S. companies are requesting a reduction in tariffs on imports from Vietnam [2] - Japan is considering reaching a tariff agreement with the U.S. ahead of the G7 summit on June 15 [2] Oil and Gas - The Venezuelan government plans to increase oil prices by 50% [3] - OPEC+ quota increases have not yet led to a surge in production, according to Morgan Stanley [3] - Slovakia's Prime Minister stated that if EU sanctions against Russia harm Slovakia's national interests, the country will not support them [3]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the ongoing negotiations regarding a bipartisan sanctions bill against Russia, initiated by Senator Lindsey Graham, and the influence of President Trump on its progression [1][2][3]. Group 1: Legislative Developments - President Trump has not reviewed the sanctions bill proposed by Senator Graham but stated that the bill will not advance without his approval [1]. - The bipartisan bill aims to impose a 500% import tax on countries continuing to purchase Russian oil and raw materials [1]. - White House officials are reportedly urging Graham to soften the bill's provisions, including adding exemptions and changing mandatory language to permissive [2]. Group 2: Political Dynamics - Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed a strong bipartisan consensus in the Senate to move forward with the bill, emphasizing the need for action against Russia [1]. - Trump has requested a delay in the Senate's vote on the bill, indicating that lawmakers are awaiting his decision on how to proceed [3]. - Graham confirmed ongoing negotiations with Trump administration officials regarding the bill's content [2]. Group 3: International Relations - Ukrainian President Zelensky criticized Trump's comparison of the Russia-Ukraine conflict to "children fighting," asserting that the situation is far more serious [4][5]. - Zelensky emphasized that Ukrainian officials have a better understanding of Putin's intentions than Trump, who has previously claimed that Putin desires peace [4]. - The article highlights recent military actions, including a Ukrainian drone strike on a Russian airbase, which has escalated tensions and prompted threats of retaliation from Russia [5].

Core Viewpoint - Slovakia's Prime Minister stated that Slovakia will block any EU sanctions against Russia that harm its national interests, emphasizing that he will not support such measures [1] Group 1: Slovakia's Position on EU Sanctions - Slovakia is willing to be a constructive member of the EU but not at the expense of its own interests [1] - The Prime Minister's comments come in response to the EU Commission's announcement on June 2 regarding the development of the 18th round of sanctions against Russia [1] Group 2: Details of Proposed Sanctions - The new sanctions are expected to target the "Nord Stream" infrastructure, the Russian banking sector, and further reductions in the oil price cap [1]

Group 1 - Russia has transferred nearly 4 tons of gold to Iran in two batches, with weights of approximately 1.8 tons and 2 tons, indicating the scale and urgency of the transaction [1] - The first agreement was signed on March 16, 2023, involving an Iranian company and the Alabuga Special Economic Zone in Tatarstan, while the second agreement was signed on April 5, 2023, with undisclosed details [1] - The gold transfer is speculated to be in exchange for drones, which are crucial for Russia's current military situation [1] Group 2 - Iran has significantly increased its gold reserves over the past decade, especially after the Trump administration, with over 81 tons imported in January 2023, marking a 230% year-on-year increase [3] - The Iranian central bank has converted 20% of its foreign exchange reserves into gold, making it one of the countries with the highest gold reserve ratios globally [3] - Despite the increase in gold reserves, Iran faces challenges such as domestic economic issues and complex geopolitical situations, limiting the effectiveness of its gold strategy [3][5] Group 3 - Russia's gold reserves have surpassed 2,335 tons, with gold accounting for 34.4% of its foreign exchange reserves, the highest level in 25 years [6] - The substantial gold reserves provide Russia with greater flexibility in international trade, allowing it to trade 4 tons of gold for drones without significant strain [6] - The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has prompted Russia to convert more resources into military capabilities, emphasizing the strategic importance of its gold reserves [6]

Core Viewpoint - A significant protest occurred in Madrid against NATO's military spending demands, reflecting public dissent towards increased military budgets and support for Palestinian rights [1] Group 1: Protest Details - Thousands of Spanish citizens participated in the demonstration, voicing opposition to NATO's request for member countries to raise military spending to 5% of GDP [1] - Protesters chanted slogans such as "Against NATO, reject military bases," indicating a strong anti-NATO sentiment among the participants [1] Group 2: Political Context - The protest took place just before a NATO summit in The Hague, highlighting the timing's relevance to ongoing discussions about military expenditures among member states [1] - Many demonstrators displayed Palestinian flags, showing solidarity with the people of Gaza amid ongoing conflicts and calling for EU sanctions against Israel [1]

特朗普周五发文称，他的三名内阁官员将于下周一在伦敦与中国代表会面，讨论贸易协议。 美方将由财政部长贝森特、商务部长卢特尼克和贸易代表格里尔出席。美方三巨头聚首了。 这个谈判怎么看呢？ 第一个，地点就很有讲究。 会谈地点在英国伦敦，是第三方国家，都不是双方主场，这样比较平等，而且 英国是川普第一个谈成贸易协定的国家 ，象征意义很大 。 第二个，人选跟以往不一样。 商务部长卢特尼克第一次会谈没来，这次来了，美国商务部是管科技制裁的，之前日内瓦之后给我们科技使的那些对中国科技的阴招就是他琢磨出来了。 他这次来，可能意味着科技制裁的问题将摊在桌上谈了。 剩下俩人分工不一样，财政部长关注的是宏观层面，如关税、金融开放。 贸易代表格里尔主管的WTO规则与双边协定。 但也别觉得一下就能谈明白，主要的原因还是对面实在太草台了。 根据外媒报道，最近日美谈判出现非常搞笑的场面。 贝森特、卢特尼克和格里尔三人"抢功"，都觉得自己更能代表川普的意见，起了不少争执。有时候甚至当场停下谈判，当着日方代表的面争论， 引得日 方高级官员吐槽，信息沟通很混乱。 我的判断是美方应该有一定的让步。 我们本周能接电话，一定是换取了川普某些方面让步为 ...

Group 1 - The U.S. Senate is preparing to review a sanctions bill against Russia, which may impose tariffs as high as 500% on countries importing Russian oil, gas, and petrochemical products [1][6] - The sanctions are aimed not only at major buyers like China and India but also at all countries purchasing Russian energy products, with European allies showing support for these measures [1][6] - Approximately 70% of Russian crude oil is purchased by China and India, highlighting the significant role these countries play in the Russian energy market [2] Group 2 - The proposed sanctions aim to prevent buyers from circumventing restrictions through third-party imports, targeting the core of the Russian energy economy [6] - There is skepticism regarding Russia's genuine interest in peace negotiations, as military buildup along the Ukrainian border continues [4] - Effective implementation of these sanctions requires close cooperation from OPEC and European allies, raising questions about their willingness to align with U.S. efforts [8]

Conflict Situation - Ukrainian forces conducted two attacks on the satellite city of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in one day [1] - The Ukrainian Air Force reported that Russian forces used 407 attack drones and 44 missiles to strike across Ukraine [1] - President Zelensky stated that Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine, affecting almost the entire territory, resulting in 49 casualties, with numbers likely to rise [1] - The mayor of Kyiv reported that a nighttime airstrike by Russia resulted in one death and 20 injuries in the capital [1] - The Ukrainian General Staff claimed to have attacked Russian air bases and fuel storage facilities [1] - The Russian state nuclear energy company indicated that the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant could only be restarted after military threats are eliminated [1] Other Developments - The European Union is considering placing Russia on a "grey list" for money laundering [2] - President Zelensky urged the West to increase pressure on Russia, calling for decisive action [2] - The French Foreign Minister expressed hope that the EU would propose new sanctions against Russia by the end of June [2] - Dmitry Medvedev stated readiness to assist Trump and Musk in reaching a peace agreement, offering to accept Starlink shares as payment [2]

美国总统特朗普可能要总和他作对的民主党铁票仓加州施加"财政制裁"，数千亿美元的研究资金、基建 项目和教育投资可能受到冲击。 美东时间6月6日周五，据美媒报道，多名消息人士透露，特朗普政府正准备大规模撤销联邦政府给予加 州的资金支持，可能最早本周五开始行动。各政府机构已被要求开始识别，哪些联邦政府拨款的项目可 以扣留拨发给加州的资金。 Issa表示，他向这些焦虑的大学代表传达的信息很明确：提供具体的拨款项目细节和理由，他就会支 持，"我不会为不削减（开支）而游说"。 在财政施压的同时，加州与特朗普政府的法庭对抗也在升级。据新华社报道，加州是美国首个就关税问 题起诉特朗普政府的州，此前以州政府和州长纽森的名义，于4月16日向加州北区联邦地区法院提起诉 讼，指控联邦政府依据《国际紧急经济权力法》实施所谓"对等关税"政策违法，并称此举损害各州、消 费者和企业的广泛利益。 加州高铁项目成"靶子" 在传出加州面临特朗普政府"财政制裁"的消息前，最近特朗普和加州的关系已经越来越剑拔弩张。 上月，因为一名跨性别运动员参加了一场体育赛事，特朗普就威胁要停止对加州的联邦政府资助。加州 链接洛杉矶与旧金山的高铁项目近来一再成为"靶 ...

Core Viewpoint - The United States has announced new sanctions related to Iran, which may impact various sectors and companies involved in trade with or investments in Iran [1] Group 1: Sanctions Impact - The new sanctions are expected to target specific industries and companies that have dealings with Iran, potentially leading to increased compliance costs and operational challenges for affected entities [1] - Companies in the energy sector may face heightened scrutiny and restrictions, affecting their ability to engage in oil and gas transactions with Iranian counterparts [1] - Financial institutions that facilitate transactions involving Iranian entities could also be at risk of penalties, impacting their international operations and relationships [1]