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Azerbaijani president confident on Ukraine gas route talks
Ilham Aliyev confident over talks between Russia and Ukraine that his country is facilitating to keep gas flowing through Ukraine.
US, China still have ‘differences’ on climate finance, envoy says
Podesta says progress has been made on narrowing differences between US and China climate finance policies despite election uncertainty.
China submits request to Canada for WTO tariffs consultation
Canada-China tariff row escalates as Beijing says it has requested talks with World Trade Organization about the added fees on EVs and metals.
US warns against Nippon merger with US Steel, citing China steel glut
U.S. warns Nippon's $14.9B U.S. Steel bid risks national security by reducing domestic steel supply and production.
China urges US to ‘immediately’ lift all tariffs on Chinese goods
Beijing piles on pressure as US expected to make a final decision on tariffs for Chinese goods, including EVs.
China eyes mining and energy with $50bn financing for Africa
Xi Jinping pledges $50bn of financing for Africa as China extends help with infrastructure in resource-rich parts of the continent.
Volvo Cars scales back margin and revenue ambitions
After axing EV target, Volvo Cars lowers revenue and margin aims while pledging one 'technology stack' for all models.
US Steel warns plants could close without Nippon sale
U.S. Steel warns of potential Pennsylvania closures if Nippon Steel takeover is blocked; both parties oppose the sale.
Putin to discuss gas supply contract with Serbian deputy PM
Russian gas already sent to Serbia but Putin will discuss supply contract with country's Deputy Prime Minister.
