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USTR seeks comment on possible US-China tariff cuts under Board of Trade

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative on Tuesday opened a public comment process on the "U.S.-China Board of Trade" agreed by the two countries' leaders last month that could lead to both sides cutting tariffs on some non-strategic goods.

03 Jun 2026-04:42
Oversight Board secures new Meta funding to combat AI spam

Meta Platforms has agreed to extend its financial commitment to its independent Oversight Board, securing the watchdog's operations through 2028. The funding extension arrives at a turbulent time for social media companies, which are currently facing immense pressure to protect free speech while simultaneously combating a massive wave of AI-generated misinformation.

28 May 2026-19:58
Trump’s Gaza peace fund is empty, halting reconstruction

The financial fund of U.S. President Donald Trump’s Gaza Peace Board has not received any donor contributions four months after its creation, leaving reconstruction efforts stalled and the body in legal and political uncertainty, according to the Financial Times.

28 May 2026-12:34
Scientists warn U.S. risks falling behind China after NSF shakeup

More than 2,000 scientists have signed an open letter warning the U.S. Congress that the Trump administration’s decision to terminate the entire National Science Board could damage America’s long term scientific competitiveness and weaken its ability to compete with rivals such as China.

12 May 2026-03:26
Azerbaijan showcases tourism potential in Germany

The Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB) highlighted the country's tourism opportunities at events held in the German cities of Würzburg, Frankfurt, and Trier.

22 Apr 2026-21:05
Mahmoud Khalil faces higher deportation risk after appeal denial

An immigration appeals board in the US has denied Mahmoud Khalil's latest bid to dismiss his deportation case, a largely expected ruling that brings the former Columbia University graduate student and Palestinian activist one step closer to re-arrest and possible expulsion.

10 Apr 2026-14:41
Board of Peace explores dollar-pegged stablecoin for Gaza rebuilding

The Board of Peace, chaired by Donald Trump, is considering the launch of a dollar-pegged stablecoin in Gaza as part of its efforts for post-war economic reconstruction.

23 Feb 2026-21:31
Baku is ready to help Gaza — but there are red lines

At the first meeting of the Peace Council in Washington on February 19, a list of countries participating in the Gaza reconstruction initiative was announced. Among the states contributing to the $7 billion assistance package, Azerbaijan was also mentioned.

21 Feb 2026-13:30
Aliyev posts on inaugural Board of Peace session - VIDEO

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliye has shared a post on social media regarding the first meeting of the Board of Peace held in Washington.

20 Feb 2026-13:05
Belarus denied visas for Trump peace meeting

Belarus said its officials were unable to obtain U.S. visas to attend the inaugural meeting of President Donald Trump’s new Board of Peace initiative, despite receiving a formal invitation.

20 Feb 2026-11:30