Bessent Criticizes China’s Rare Earth Export Controls: ‘They Want to Pull Everybody Else Down With Them’

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warns that China, with its weak economy, aims to drag others down—starting with its rare-earth export controls. Meanwhile, the U.S. trade representative hints at countermeasures and possible tariff hikes, depending on Beijing’s next moves.

China’s recent actions are straining the country’s relations with the United States and European nations. We take a closer look at the latest developments in global trade tensions.

The Epoch Times is facing coordinated threats from pro-Chinese Communist Party actors in both New York City and Taiwan. We have details on the most recent attacks.

Japan’s vote to confirm a new prime minister has been delayed until at least Oct. 20 after the ruling coalition fell apart. Can newly elected ruling party leader Sanae Takaichi still become prime minister?

Louisiana is cracking down on foreign AI threats. The state is banning certain Chinese AI tools in schools and state agencies to protect students and Americans’ data.

1. Bessent: China’s Economy ‘Weak,’ Aims to Hurt the World
2. US, China Roll Out Tit-for-Tat Port Fees
3. US, China Edge Closer to Trade War, Tensions Roar
4. The Epoch Times Receives White Powder From China
5. Taiwan: Chinese Spy Impersonated Epoch Times Reporter
6. Japan PM Vote Delayed Amid Coalition Split
7. Louisiana Gov. Signs Order Banning China’s DeepSeek AI
8. Power Struggle Expected at CCP’s Key Plenum
9. CCP Arrests Dozens of Christians, Pastors
10. China Overplayed Its Hand With Rare Earths: Fleming