Category: International Business and Trade

International Business and TradePolicy

Small Businesses Struggle Under Tariff Burden as Economic Warning Signs Emerge

Small business owners are reportedly taking out high-interest loans and raising consumer prices to manage increased tariff costs. Economists suggest these struggles could signal broader economic challenges ahead as companies navigate trade policy changes.

Small Business Financial Strain Under Trade Policies

According to reports from CNBC, numerous small businesses are facing significant financial pressure due to recent trade policies implemented by the Trump administration. Sources indicate that companies like AV Universal Corp., which imports footwear from India, have seen tariff bills increase from approximately $7,500 to requiring $250,000 loans to cover import costs.

by Alvarez Jordan
International Business and TradeSemiconductors

Netherlands Seizes Control of Nexperia Semiconductor Firm From Chinese Owner in Strategic Industry Protection Move

The Netherlands has invoked a 73-year-old security law to seize control of semiconductor firm Nexperia from its Chinese owner. The unprecedented move represents Europe’s most aggressive action yet to protect strategic industries from foreign control amid growing tensions between Western nations and China.

Dutch Government Invokes Security Law to Seize Semiconductor Firm

The Netherlands has taken the unprecedented step of seizing control of semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia from its Chinese owner, according to reports from Dutch media. Sources indicate the Ministry of Economic Affairs quietly assumed control of the Nijmegen-headquartered company on September 30th using a 73-year-old law that allows state takeovers for security purposes.

by Desai Priyanka
International Business and TradePolicy

China Tightens Rare Earth Export Controls, Escalating Trade Tensions with US

China has announced stringent new controls on rare earth exports, targeting American supply chain vulnerabilities. The move has triggered immediate retaliation threats from the Trump administration, ending months of trade war calm between the economic superpowers.

China Implements Sweeping Rare Earth Export Restrictions

China’s Ministry of Commerce has issued dramatic new export controls on rare earth elements, according to reports, potentially giving Beijing significant leverage in ongoing trade negotiations with the United States. The measures, detailed in “announcement No. 62 of 2025,” require foreign companies to obtain Chinese government approval for exporting products containing even minimal amounts of rare earths and mandate declaration of intended use.

by Alvarez Jordan
International Business and TradePolicy

India Questions Trump’s Claim About Modi Halting Russian Oil Purchases

The Indian government has cast doubt on Donald Trump’s claim that Prime Minister Narendra Modi agreed to stop purchasing Russian oil. According to reports, Indian officials stated they were unaware of any recent conversation between the two leaders regarding this matter.

Conflicting Accounts Emerge Over Alleged Trump-Modi Call

India’s foreign ministry has stated it is “not aware” of a telephone conversation that US President Donald Trump claimed occurred with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding Russian oil purchases. The conflicting accounts emerged Wednesday when Trump asserted that his Indian counterpart had “assured me today” that India would cease importing Russian oil, a move analysts suggest would increase economic pressure on Moscow amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

by Alvarez Jordan
GovernmentInternational Business and TradePolicy

Trump Claims Modi Commits to Halting Russian Oil Imports Amid US Pressure

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured him India will cease buying Russian oil. The announcement comes as Washington intensifies efforts to cut off Moscow’s energy revenues following the invasion of Ukraine.

Trump Announces Modi’s Commitment on Russian Oil

According to reports from Reuters, U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged to stop purchasing oil from Russia. The announcement signals a potential major shift in global energy alliances as Washington intensifies efforts to cut off Moscow‘s revenues following its invasion of Ukraine.

by Desai Priyanka
BusinessInternational Business and Trade

Apple’s Tim Cook Pledges Increased China Investment Amid US-China Trade Tensions

Apple CEO Tim Cook has pledged to increase investment in China during meetings with Chinese officials in Beijing. The commitment comes as Apple balances manufacturing diversification with maintaining access to China’s massive consumer market amid ongoing US-China trade tensions.

Apple CEO Reaffirms China Commitment Amid Trade War

Apple CEO Tim Cook has reportedly made significant investment pledges to Chinese officials during his second visit to China this year, according to reports from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. The commitment comes as Apple Inc. navigates complex trade relations between Washington and Beijing.

by Alvarez Jordan