China shrugs off threat of US tariffs to economy, says it has tools to protect jobs

By Elaine Kurtenbach, April 28, 2025(AP) Chinas leaders are downplaying the potential impact from U.S. President Donald Trumps trade war, saying they have the capacity to protect jobs and limit damage from higher tariffs on Chinese exports. The briefing Monday by several senior officials of different government ministries appeared aimed at shoring up confidence with promises of support for companies and the unemployed, easier lending conditions and other policies to counter the impact of combin

28 Apr 2025 11:12 am

27pc tariff on Indian rice temporary hurdle, say exporters

Kolkata, Apr 4 (PTI) Indian rice exporters are adopting a wait-and-watch approach following United States decision to impose 27 per cent tariff on imports, though industry leaders say the long-term impact may be limited due to Indias inherent competitiveness. While there may be short-term price fluctuations, the market is expected to stabilise within the next two to three months. The 27 per cent tariff is a temporary hurdle, not a roadblock. With strategic planning and flexibility, we cannot onl

4 Apr 2025 6:47 pm