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Cina
Trump says he’ll sign first-step China trade deal on Jan. 15
The first phase of a U.S.-China trade agreement will be inked at the White House in mid-January, President Donald Trump announced Tuesday, adding that he ...
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Cina
White House adviser says China trade deal signing expected soon
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USA
Huawei says 'survival' top priority as sales fall short
Huawei says it is facing a tough 2020 because of what it claims is a 'strategic and long-term' campaign against the company by the US government.
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Kenya
Nakuru County official arrested over allegations of soliciting bribe from contractor
According to police reports, Mr. Koima obtained the money after pretending that he was in a position of influencing the awarding of a tender.
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USA
Uber sues California over gig-economy labour law
Uber and its American rival Lyft have each put aside $30 million to organise a referendum to replace the legislation
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USA
California Wanted to Protect Uber Drivers. Now It May Hurt Freelancers.
A state law meant to protect workers at companies like Uber and Lyft takes effect on Wednesday. Some say it will limit their prospects.
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Brasile
Commodities at Their Highest Since 2018 due to Greater Optimism
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - With 2020 on the horizon, commodities are at their highest level in over a year. From oil to copper, several commodities are recording annual gains. The Bloomberg Commodity Spot Index climbed to its highest level since November 2018, driven by eased trade tensions, increased investor ...
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Brasile Cina USA
Brazilian Cotton Exports Break Record in the Midst of Trade war
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Brazilian cotton exports rose 42 percent in a record season driven by China, which decided on Brazil's products before the trade war with the United States. In addition to the trade dispute, the exchange rate was also a significant factor. The Brazilian Real lost close ...
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Brasile
Lula Sues Owner of Havan After Being Called a ‘Boozer’
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Ex-president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva filed a lawsuit against Havan stores owner Luciano Hang for libel and slander. The businessman said he would sponsor airplanes to fly over Santa Catarina's beaches carrying banners with sayings against the leftist - on Saturday, December 28th, Hang ...
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Brasile
Brazil’s Small Retailers Disprove High Christmas Mall Sales: “Fake News”
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The announcement of sharp growth in sales in shopping malls during Christmas displeased some retailers, who claim not to feel represented by these figures, revealing a feud in the sector. The Brazilian Association of Satellite Retailers (ABLOS) forwarded a press release stating that it "contests ...