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US-CHINA TRADE TRUCE AND GLOBAL TENSIONS
In recent developments, the geopolitical landscape continues to shift with significant implications for global trade and security. The United States and China have reached a 90-day truce aimed at easing trade tensions, a move that may provide temporary relief to macroeconomic outlooks. This truce, however, does not resolve the longstanding issues that have characterized the…
Ukraine 2000–2022 | How to Destroy a Nation: Part 1
The Russo-Ukrainian War is a unique event in human history.It is the only recorded case of a social, political, and military event that happened without causes.It just appeared out of thin air, like magic. And even if a cause exists, it is entirely the result of a man who woke up one day with the…
Indonesia in the Spotlight: A Surge of Strategic Developments Across Sectors
Indonesia has been a hive of diplomatic activity, economic progress, and global attention over the past 24 hours, as a wave of news highlights the nation’s growing role on the international stage. From partnerships in green energy and electric vehicles to major geopolitical interactions and domestic development projects, here’s a snapshot of what’s making headlines.…
China’s willingness to negotiate with USA on trade reduce risk of war against Taiwan…
In a surprise U-turn by China, after strong words of not talking to USA or negotiating with USA without USA first eliminating their tariffs on China, China delegation met with USA delegation at Geneva, Switzerland between 10-12 May 2025. China and USA both agree to drop reciprocal-retaliation tariffs to 10% for 90 days – effectively…
Threat of total cut in trade between China and USA lowers after China’s softened stance…
In a surprise U-turn by China, after strong words of not talking to USA or negotiating with USA without USA first eliminating their tariffs on China, China delegation met with USA delegation at Geneva, Switzerland between 10-12 May 2025. China and USA both agree to drop reciprocal-retaliation tariffs to 10% for 90 days – effectively…
U.S.-China Trade Deal (May 12, 2025) – Key Points
United States Actions: China Actions: Ongoing Dialogue: Implementation: Video Report: TARIFF DROP TO 10%!!! USA & China agree to 90 Day reduction of tariff to negotiate trade differences
Europeans Don’t Know Who They Are (Anymore)
With the fall of the Soviet Union, there was nothing to challenge the status quo of Western dominance over the world. European leaders were happy to be part of the VIP club under the direct command of the only ruling master: Uncle Sam. For the first time in 10,000 years of human civilization, a single…
[ Press Release ] IMDEX Asia 2025 returns with a focus on innovation and technology
SINGAPORE, 5 May 2025 – IMDEX Asia 2025, Asia’s leading naval and maritime defence event, is back for its 14th edition. With a special focus on maritime technology innovation and artificial intelligence (AI), this year’s event is expected to host a record of more than 12,500 attendees from over 70 countries and regions with more…
[ IND-PAK SITREP ] INDIA ATTACK expected within 24-36 hours according to Pakistan’s intelligence!!!
DPA RISK OF WAR ASSESSMENT (30 April 2025): HIGH DPA Note (30 April 2025): Pakistan’s Information Minister publicly warned based on “credible intelligence” that India military action is imminent – within 24-36 hours. DPA currently put high credibility to the claim, raising the “Risk of War” assessment level from MID-HIGH to HIGH Pakistan warns that they…
Russia is strangling China-Europe railway freight and Chinese automotive imports
On October 15, 2024, Russia issued the Directive No. 1374, which expanded the list of banned transit goods banned from transit through Russia, focusing on dual-use items—products like electronics, machinery, and certain textiles (e.g., camouflage clothing) that could have military applications. This is Russia’s efforts to control the flow of goods amid Western sanctions and…
USA-India hails significant progress in Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA)
Here’s a focused summary of the latest developments between the U.S. and India during U.S. Vice President JD Vance’s four-day visit to India (April 21–24, 2025), emphasizing trade, energy, defense, and strategic ties, based on the most recent and reliable information available. The response integrates relevant details from web sources and X posts, with X…
USTR Section 301 Action’s New Maritime Fee Structure against China
The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) introduced a new maritime fee structure in April 2025 to counter China’s dominance in the maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors while promoting U.S. shipbuilding. The initiative stems from a Section 301 investigation, prompted by five U.S. labor unions in March 2024, which concluded that China’s state subsidies and policies unfairly…
[ Trade War SITREP: 13-16 April 2025 ] CHINA SIGNS 40 AGREEMENTS W VIETNAM; Trump to help car industry; decoupling continues…
KEYSTONE DEVELOPMENT US probes into imports of pharmaceuticals and semiconductors Federal Register filings reveal probes into imports of pharmaceuticals and semiconductors as part of a bid to impose tariffs on both sectors on grounds that extensive reliance on foreign production of medicine and chips is a national security threat. The filings announce 21-day public comment periods…
USA remove tariffs on a series of computing and semi-conductor related products
U.S. Customs and Border Protection released a bulletin late on 11 April 2025 EDT that a series of product categories will be excluded from the 2 April 2025 reciprocal tariff list. The list of affected products are: These codes primarily cover electronics, semiconductors, and related components, reflecting products critical to technology and manufacturing sectors. DPA…
[ PBS ] House passes Republican bill requiring voters provide proof of U.S. citizenship
The House passed one of Republicans’ signature issues for the year on Thursday, approving legislation to require proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote for federal elections, one of President Donald Trump’s top election-related priorities. Nearly all Democrats lined up against the bill and warned that it risks disenfranchising millions of Americans who do…
China seeks united front with like minded partners to fight USA in the Trade War
China reach out to other countries/blocs in attempt to form a united front against USA. These includes, Australia, European Union, ASEAN and India. However Australia and India is quick to turn down China’s call for cooperation. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese rebuffed China’s offer for a joint resistance as “the only way” to stop the…
Trump raising China tariff to 125%; 75 countries that called Trump to negotiate, get 90 days tariff reprieve at 10%
Trump immediately counter attacked on China’s increase of retaliatory tariff to 84% with an immediate increase of tariff on China to 125%. While at the same time, Trump, upon achieving the goal of getting countries onto the negotiating table, the 75 countries that called USA to negotiate on the tariffs will now receive a 90…
China increase retaliatory tariff to 84% from 34%
On April 9, 2025, the U.S. implements the additional 50% tariff as promised, raising the total tariff rate on Chinese imports to 104% (20% from February, 34% from April 2, plus 50% on April 9). China in response had also raised another 50% tariff, mirroring US tariff action. DPA believe that we are now heading…
China totally playing into Trump’s hands.
China issued retaliatory tariffs against Trump’s “Liberation Day Reciprocal Tariff” – as a result, Trump had announced that they will impose additional 50% tariff on China, effective April 9th 2025 if China do not retract their tariff. China totally playing into Trump’s hands. I just want to say early: the aim is to embargo China…
China invasion of Taiwan: RISK IS NOW INCREASED TO 50%! – DPA Projections
DEVELOPMENT (March 2025) USA now sees Deterring China take over of Taiwan as a Military Priority. DPA Projection (7 April 2025): DPA assess that we will soon be seeing increased military deployments to US bases in the Asia Pacific in the near future. However, this will likely only happen after USA resolves the immediate problems…
DPA’s Ukraine War Casualties and the Breaking Point
Introduction Three years into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, launched on February 24, 2022, the war has exacted a staggering toll on both sides. As a journalist embedded in this conflict daily, I’ve witnessed the relentless grind of attritional warfare—Russia’s artillery barrages, Ukraine’s desperate counterattacks, and a manpower crisis pushing Kyiv to the edge. Working with…
DPA Analyzed Prediction for Trump’s Gaza plan
As usual, Israel-Palestinian related issues are always extremely polarized and controversial – on top of that, Youtube tries to suppress related topic videos, making it nearly impossible to reach and inform people on the geopolitical implications and interpretations of what is happening. So I gonna write simply, what I think is going to happen: Possible…
Mysterious China Vessel cuts Taiwan’s undersea cable; lurking suspiciously for a month off Taiwan…
In a disturbing development from Taiwan, the Taiwanese Coast Guard is investigating a potential case of sabotage involving undersea internet cables. These cables, which are crucial for Taiwan’s internet connectivity, were reportedly damaged by an alleged Chinese vessel. However, the investigation has hit a roadblock as authorities have been unable to board the suspected ship…
SK impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol avoided arrest after standoff – Timeline of South Korea’s Martial Law Saga so far
For those that had not been following the South Korean Martial Law saga, you may be surprised to learn that, until today, the President of South Korea who declared the surprised nationwide emergency martial law controversially then, Yoon Suk Yeol, remains… somewhat President… and not arrested. So I’m sure, we now need to recap and…
Moldova Turns to Romania and Ukraine for Energy as Russia Halts Gas Supplies
Moldova is shifting to electricity imports from Romania and Ukraine after Russia’s state-owned energy giant, Gazprom, ceased gas supplies on Jan. 1. The halt comes amid the expiration of a key transit agreement with Ukraine and geopolitical tensions, leaving Moldova to address its energy needs through alternative sources. The Reasons Behind the Gas Cut-Off Gazprom’s…
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