The “panican” doctrine. How trump is reclaiming politics from the markets
The “panican” doctrine. How trump is reclaiming politics from the markets For over three decades, the global economy moved on autopilot. Wall Street dictated the tempo, and political institutions followed with more or less convincing commentary. Financial markets were the center of gravity. Governments, at best, provided the decorum. The logic of globalization left little […]
Asia Markets Soar After U.S. Tariff Suspension, China Enacts Countermeasures
Asian stock markets surged following the United States’ decision to suspend certain tariffs on Chinese imports, signaling a possible de-escalation in trade tensions between the world’s two largest economies. The move was seen as a positive development by investors across the region, boosting confidence and driving up indices in major financial centers such as Tokyo, […]
Global Markets in Turmoil. The Impact of New US-China Tariffs on the World Economy
Global Markets in Turmoil. The Impact of New US-China Tariffs on the World Economy On April 9, 2025, the United States and China escalated their trade conflict with a dramatic exchange of tariff increases. The Biden administration imposed a 104% tariff on a broad range of Chinese imports, citing long-standing concerns over intellectual property violations […]
Power shift in paradise. China’s quiet takeover sparks oceanic backlash
Power shift in paradise: China’s quiet takeover sparks oceanic backlash China steps into the Pacific: Cook Islands deal sends shockwaves through old alliances The Cook Islands have signed a strategic partnership with China that could redraw the balance of power in the Pacific. The agreement, championed by Prime Minister Mark Brown, focuses on economic cooperation, […]