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China releases report on human rights violations in the US in 2024; experts accuse US government of condoning abuses

Shen Sheng August 26, 2025

China releases report on human rights violations in the US in 2024; experts accuse US government of condoning abuses

China's State Council Information Office on Sunday released a report on human rights violations in the US in 2024, revealing that under the collusion of power and capital, human rights have been distorted into mere props in a political "show" and bargaining chips in a power "casino," completely...more

GT Voice: Why US efforts are failing to halt achievements of China’s AI model

Left Review Online August 14, 2025

GT Voice: Why US efforts are failing to halt achievements of China’s AI model

The US tech industry is endorsing a new plan this week called the ATOM Project, namely American Truly Open Models, which aims to win back the US lead in open-source artificial intelligence (AI) technology from China, the Washington Post reported on Wednesday. This ambitious plan to pool resources...more

US’ tariff gamble brings Global South closer

Leonardo Attuch August 13, 2025

US’ tariff gamble brings Global South closer

The 50-percent tariff hike imposed by the Trump administration on Brazilian products signals more than a trade dispute: It exposes the erosion of US hegemony and accelerates the consolidation of a multipolar world. By trying to isolate and punish strategic partners in the Global South, the US achieves...more

US bombs have impacted foundation of global security order: Global Times

Left Review Online June 24, 2025

US bombs have impacted foundation of global security order: Global Times

On Saturday local time, the US announced that it had launched airstrikes on three nuclear facilities in Iran. This marks the first time the US has officially intervened militarily in this round of the Iran-Israel conflict, drawing widespread shock from the international community. UN Secretary-General António Guterres said...more

Side effects of US tariffs on global market stability cannot be ignored

Hu Weijia May 9, 2025

Side effects of US tariffs on global market stability cannot be ignored

The recent fluctuations in South Korea's currency serve as a reminder of the effects of US tariff policies on global financial stability. The latest example is a report by the Yonhap News Agency on Sunday, which attributed the volatility of South Korea's won against the US dollar to...more

US’ push of illegal deep-sea mining disrupts international maritime order

Ma Bo May 8, 2025

US’ push of illegal deep-sea mining disrupts international maritime order

In order to obtain critical minerals, US President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order directing the federal government to expedite mining permits for deep-sea mining within the US and in international waters. This move aims to quickly push related companies to begin mining activities in these areas....more

When White House begins to embrace conservative influencers, where will ‘American democracy’ head?

GT staff reporters May 6, 2025

When White House begins to embrace conservative influencers, where will ‘American democracy’ head?

In a shifting media landscape in the US, "The AP (Associated Press) is on the outs, but these new MAGA ("Make America Great Again") media stars are on the rise," as noted in a recent article by US-based magazine Politico. Political communication in the US appears to have...more

Troubled US small businesses highlight severe consequences of tariffs

Hu Weijia May 2, 2025

Troubled US small businesses highlight severe consequences of tariffs

CNN reported on Saturday that the US' 145 percent tariff on China "could crush American small businesses." John Arensmeyer, founder and CEO of Small Business Majority, said that US small businesses will have to raise prices, cut staff, delay growth plans or shut down entirely just to keep...more

GT investigates: Concerns over rise in price of ‘almost everything around’ growing among US consumers under tariff shadow

Lin Xiaoyi and Huang Lanlan April 17, 2025

GT investigates: Concerns over rise in price of ‘almost everything around’ growing among US consumers under tariff shadow

"Though we are unaware of how bad it could get, we are holding our breath for what could come from it." In the heart of Muscatine, Iowa, 21-year-old Katharina Scholze, a full-time nanny, captures the growing unease that has gripped American consumers. "The price of eggs, seafood, sugar,...more

Trade barriers cannot stop economic globalization: Global Times

Left Review Online April 17, 2025

Trade barriers cannot stop economic globalization: Global Times

In recent days, the fallout from the US so-called "reciprocal tariff" policy has continued to intensify: The global financial market has fluctuated, panic buying and hoarding have taken hold among American consumers, and the international community has voiced strong condemnation. All of this once again underscores the unpopularity...more

GT Voice: In face of US tariff bullying, China stands up to defend multilateralism

Left Review Online April 15, 2025

GT Voice: In face of US tariff bullying, China stands up to defend multilateralism

In the face of the US bullying behavior by using tariffs as a weapon to exert "maximum pressure" on all trading partners, China has firmly upheld the rules-based multilateral trading system by taking countermeasures, demonstrating its commitment as a responsible major country in maintaining fairness and justice in...more

Nepal-Venezuela Friendship Association Condemns US deportation of Venezuelan nationals

Left Review Online April 10, 2025

Nepal-Venezuela Friendship Association Condemns US deportation of Venezuelan nationals

Kathmandu. The Nepal-Venezuela Friendship Association (NEVEFA) strongly denounced the deportation of Venezuelan nationals to El Salvador by the United States under President Donald Trump, describing the move as a “shameful display of inhumanity and imperialist arrogance.” In a press release signed by NEVEFA Chairperson Nahendra Khadka, the association...more

Tariff blackmail cannot intimidate China: Global Times

Left Review Online April 10, 2025

Tariff blackmail cannot intimidate China: Global Times

The US government, under the guise of "reciprocity," has announced tariff hikes on all its trade partners, including China, provoking widespread outrage in the international community. The Chinese government's position on opposing the US abuse of tariffs emphasizes that the US has used tariffs as a tool for...more

US reciprocal tariffs face more rifts amid public’s worry over economic prospects

Liu Yang April 9, 2025

US reciprocal tariffs face more rifts amid public’s worry over economic prospects

Days after the US President Donald Trump announced sweeping "reciprocal" tariffs, the policy has witnessed more differences among US political circles while the country also saw protests erupt in dozens of cities against a series of controversial policies taken by the US administration amid public's serious concerns over...more

China values harmony, but firmly says no to economic bullying: Global Times

Left Review Online April 8, 2025

China values harmony, but firmly says no to economic bullying: Global Times

In response to the US abuse of tariffs against all its trading partners, including China, under various pretexts, the Chinese government released its position on opposing US abuse of tariffs. The statement clearly said that "pressure and threats are not the right way to deal with China" and...more