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US International Trade Commission Maintains Anti-Dumping Tariffs on Mexican Tomatoes
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US International Trade Commission Maintains Anti-Dumping Tariffs on Mexican Tomatoes

The U.S. International Trade Commission upheld tariffs on Mexican tomatoes after a review, aiming to protect American growers from unfairly priced imports amid declining domestic production.

Cuba Reports Stalled US Talks as Sanctions Deepen Humanitarian Crisis
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Cuba Reports Stalled US Talks as Sanctions Deepen Humanitarian Crisis

Cuba says negotiations with Washington have stalled amid expanding sanctions, worsening shortages of food, fuel, and medicine that threaten public health and delay surgeries.

White House Removes Fertilizer Tariffs Amid Rising Costs and Supply Concerns
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White House Removes Fertilizer Tariffs Amid Rising Costs and Supply Concerns

The White House ended tariffs on Moroccan fertilizer to ease supply shortages and curb rising costs for U.S. farmers, highlighting tariff-related price challenges.

EU Implements U.S. Trade Agreement, Cuts Tariffs on Industrial and Agricultural Goods
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EU Implements U.S. Trade Agreement, Cuts Tariffs on Industrial and Agricultural Goods

The European Union formalized tariff cuts on U.S. industrial products and expanded market access for agricultural and seafood exports, starting early July.

US Imposes Sanctions on Mexican Fuel Firms Linked to Major Cartel Smuggling Network
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US Imposes Sanctions on Mexican Fuel Firms Linked to Major Cartel Smuggling Network

The US Treasury sanctioned two Mexican nationals and nine companies for involvement in a fuel-smuggling scheme tied to the CJNG cartel, targeting illicit trade that costs Mexico billions annually.

Ireland Revisits TikTok Sanctions After Court Upholds Data Transfer Concerns
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Ireland Revisits TikTok Sanctions After Court Upholds Data Transfer Concerns

Ireland’s Data Protection Commission prepares to reassess sanctions against TikTok following a court ruling that upheld privacy violations linked to EU-to-China data transfers.

EU to Eliminate Tariffs on Most U.S. Industrial Goods and Secure Lobster Access Until 2029
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EU to Eliminate Tariffs on Most U.S. Industrial Goods and Secure Lobster Access Until 2029

The EU will remove import duties on most U.S. industrial products starting July 1, while extending tariff-free lobster imports and including safeguards to ensure fair trade.

Jeep to Manufacture Electric SUVs in China Under Expanded Partnership
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Jeep to Manufacture Electric SUVs in China Under Expanded Partnership

Jeep will produce a new electric midsize SUV in China through a joint venture with Dongfeng Motor Corp, marking the first Chinese-built Jeep sold in Western markets.

US Signals Start of Countdown to Potential USMCA Trade Deal Expiration
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US Signals Start of Countdown to Potential USMCA Trade Deal Expiration

The U.S. is set to trigger the USMCA’s expiration clock, initiating a decade-long review process that may complicate North American trade and investment planning.

Taiwanese Authorities Raid Super Micro Offices Amid GPU Smuggling Probe Linked to China Exports
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Taiwanese Authorities Raid Super Micro Offices Amid GPU Smuggling Probe Linked to China Exports

Taiwanese investigators conducted raids on Super Micro offices as part of a probe into the illegal smuggling of NVIDIA GPUs into China, with the company affirming full cooperation.

Whirlpool reduces Iowa factory workforce despite tariff measures aimed at boosting jobs
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Whirlpool reduces Iowa factory workforce despite tariff measures aimed at boosting jobs

Whirlpool announced the elimination of more than 280 jobs at its Iowa plant, highlighting challenges in manufacturing despite tariffs meant to protect domestic industries.

China Restricts Total Return Swaps to Limit Mainland Investors’ Overseas Stock Exposure
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China Restricts Total Return Swaps to Limit Mainland Investors’ Overseas Stock Exposure

China’s securities regulator ordered a halt to new foreign investment through total return swaps, targeting a major channel for mainland investors to access overseas stocks.