America’s Rebuke of Trump Won’t Swiftly Restore Canada-U.S. Harmony

By: Ian Austen

7 November 2026 at 11:00

While U.S. voters largely oppose the trade war with Canada, many Democrats and their supporters have protectionist leanings.

The new Congress controlled by Democrats will face President Trump’s veto powers.

U.S. Cleared Nvidia Chips to Chinese Firms With Empty Offices and Troubling Ties

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By: Ana Swanson， Kalley Huang and Keith Bradsher

7 November 2026 at 10:00

The Commerce Department has approved dozens of Chinese companies to handle Nvidia’s H200 chips, some of which have ties to firms under sanctions over national security.

An industrial park for high-tech companies in Beijing. The company New Matrix lists the building as its address, but a company directory does not include the firm.

U.S. Cleared Nvidia Chips to Chinese Firms With Empty Offices and Troubling Ties

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By: Ana Swanson， Kalley Huang and Keith Bradsher

7 November 2026 at 10:00

The Commerce Department has approved dozens of Chinese companies to handle Nvidia’s H200 chips, some of which have ties to firms under sanctions over national security.

Trump’s Tariffs Have Failed. Bring Back Reaganomics.

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By: Douglas Holtz-Eakin

6 November 2026 at 10:02

The country needs a careful, restrained government — and always has.

Carney Asserts Canada’s Sovereignty and Vows to End Homelessness in Budget

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By: Ian Austen

5 November 2026 at 21:30

The prime minister’s second budget repeatedly stresses diversifying Canada’s economy away from the United States.

Prime Minister Mark Carney preparing to discuss the budget in Ottawa on Thursday.

America’s Trade Deficit Remained Elevated in September

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By: Ana Swanson

4 November 2026 at 14:40

The gap between U.S. exports and imports, which remained at a relatively high level in September, has defied efforts by President Trump to decrease it with tariffs.

What Trump’s Midterm Defeat Means for Iran and Oil Prices

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By: Jim Tankersley， Damien Cave and Annie Correal

4 November 2026 at 21:20

Commentators abroad wondered what President Trump’s electoral losses might mean for oil prices, the war on Iran and the future of American politics.

President Trump walking offstage after a rally in Salina, Kan., on Sunday. The election results mean the Democrats will take control of the House and Senate.

Adam Hamilton Wins: How Kansas Finally Elected a Democratic Senator

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By: E.J. Dionne Jr.

4 November 2026 at 04:41

What’s stunning about his win is that it wasn’t a surprise by Election Day.

Trump Removes South Africa From the African Growth and Opportunity Act Trade Program

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By: John Eligon

2 November 2026 at 19:14

The decision is the latest measure taken against the country, which the administration has accused of discriminating against white people.

The port in Cape Town, South Africa. Under the trade program, South Africa has exported about $1.5 billion worth of goods to the United States last year.

Trump’s Tariffs Are On the Ballot in Michigan

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By: Ana Swanson

2 November 2026 at 16:37

The levies as well as trade fighting with Canada are facing a test in the state, where voters appear skeptical of free trade but also of the president’s erratic approach.

Atomic Industries in Michigan manufactures products for automotive and defense customers. On balance, its executives say, President Trump’s tariffs have been helpful to the business.

China’s Message to Its Rivals: You Need What We Make

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By: David Pierson and Berry Wang

3 November 2026 at 09:18

It’s not just rare earths. China is making it harder for other countries to shed their dependence on its solar, drone and drugmaking technology.

Assembling a tunnel boring machine at a factory in China. Beijing recently moved to control the exports of dozens of technologies, including such machines.

China’s Message to Its Rivals: You Need What We Make

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By: David Pierson and Berry Wang

2 November 2026 at 05:00

It’s not just rare earths. China is making it harder for other countries to shed their dependence on its solar, drone and drugmaking technology.

China’s Message to Its Rivals: You Need What We Make

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By: David Pierson and Berry Wang

2 November 2026 at 05:00

It’s not just rare earths. China is making it harder for other countries to shed their dependence on its solar, drone and drugmaking technology.

China’s Message to Its Rivals: You Need What We Make

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By: David Pierson and Berry Wang

2 November 2026 at 05:00

It’s not just rare earths. China is making it harder for other countries to shed their dependence on its solar, drone and drugmaking technology.

Carney Commits Canada to Becoming European Union’s First ‘Associate Member’

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By: Ian Austen

30 October 2026 at 20:26

The move is part of the Canadian prime minister’s effort to reduce American influence over Canada and expand trade to other parts of the world.

Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday during the 21st E.U.-Canada summit in Montreal, Quebec.

How One Country Became the Unlikely Crossroads of the Global A.I. Boom

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By: Adam Satariano， Xinyun Wu and Ulet Ifansasti For The New York Times

30 October 2026 at 05:28

In Malaysia, U.S. and Chinese tech giants are pouring billions into vast data centers, straining local resources and testing the limits of Washington’s restrictions on advanced chips.