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China imposes 34% tariff on U.S. imports starting April 10 in response to U.S. tariffs. Export controls on rare earths, suspends chicken imports, adds firms to trade sanctions lists.
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Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley discusses Haiti crisis, regional security, climate, and strengthening Barbados-UK ties with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at No 10 Downing Street. Transitioned to a republic in 2021.
ByteDance, owner of TikTok, faces a Saturday deadline to sell US assets to avoid a ban under a 2024 law. Talks involve increasing non-Chinese investors' stakes to rescue the app.
The IFBB World Cup 2025 will be held in Barbados from May 9-12, boosting the island's global bodybuilding status. Dr. Rafael Santoja announced the event's significance at the official launch.
Global stock markets tumble as Trump announces tariffs, impacting FTSE 100 and European markets. Gold hits record high amid fears of economic impact and potential recession. US shares expected to open lower.
