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Biden calls for raising tariffs on Chinese imports

US President Joe Biden introduced new tariffs on Chinese made manufacturing goods.

The White House has confirmed the United States is putting tariffs on 18 billion dollars worth of imports from China. They'll target sectors like electric vehicles, batteries, steel and critical minerals. The US government accusing China of "unfair trade practices".

Also, in the programme, we find out why one of the largest mining companies decided to focus the business on copper instead of diamonds. And we will look at Rhodes where the economy is still recovering after wildfires.

(Picture: U.S. President Biden delivers remarks at reception celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, at the White House. Picture credit: Reuters)

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  • Tue 14 May 2024 14:32GMT