US President Donald Trump admitted that his tariffs on China hindered a potential deal to sell TikTok, as China objected to the new tariffs, stalling the transaction. Trump mentioned that a deal was close before the tariffs were announced, with US investors like Oracle Corp and Blackstone Inc involved. He extended the deadline for the TikTok deal by 75 days, as US officials work on finding an American buyer with China’s approval, as required by a 2024 law.
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'Combat 3 evils': India's stern message on terrorism at SCO meet in China
Jaishankar's Strong Stance on Terrorism at SCO Meeting At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) foreign ministers’ meeting, India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized the need for an "uncompromising" stance on terrorism, referencing a recent attack aimed at destabilizing Jammu and Kashmir's tourism. He urged the SCO to adhere to its founding principles against terrorism, separatism, and extremism, while also advocating for deeper trade cooperation among member states, highlighting the importance of mutual respect and...
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