Where things stand as Trump’s ambitious push for trade deals hit some snags
As President Trump’s 90-day tariff pause nears its end, tensions with key trading partners like China, the EU, and Japan have surfaced, complicating negotiations. Disputes include accusations of undermining agreements, with China alleging the U.S. imposed new export controls and Trump threatening increased tariffs on European goods. Meanwhile, South Koreans are voting for a new president amidst political turmoil following Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment, with Lee Jae-myung leading the polls against fragmented conservative candidates.
