The United States and China Agree to Hold Regular Conversations on Commercial Issues and Advanced Technology Access The United States and China on Monday agreed to hold regular conversations about commercial issues and restrictions on access to advanced technology, the latest step this summer toward…

A Coalition Launches Pressure Campaign on Hyundai’s Electric Vehicle Plants Focus on Hyundai Could Impact Other Automakers in Union-Hostile Territory A coalition of labor unions and civic groups in Georgia and Alabama is initiating a pressure campaign targeting Hyundai’s electric vehicle plants and clean energy…

Gina Raimondo Leads U.S. Effort to Improve Relations with China Introduction Gina Raimondo, the secretary of commerce, arrived in Beijing on Sunday as the latest emissary from the Biden administration seeking to stabilize ties between the United States and China. This comes at a critical…

Rift within Republican Party: A Shift to the New Right Disbelief and Clash in the First G.O.P. Debate Vivek Ramaswamy challenges Mike Pence’s characterization of America Disbelief swept across Vivek Ramaswamy’s face as the Republican presidential candidates, except for the front-runner, engaged in their first…

The Kremlin’s Plans for Private Military Group Wagner Possible Options for Bringing Wagner under Direct Control The Kremlin is considering options on bringing the private military group Wagner under its direct control after the presumed death of its leader, Yevgeny V. Prigozhin, according to U.S.…

Senator Tim Scott Struggles to Stand Out in First Republican Primary Debate Senator Tim Scott’s Lackluster Debate Performance Raises Concerns Scott Falls Behind Other Candidates in Speaking Time Senator Tim Scott, a Republican from South Carolina, faced disappointment during the first Republican primary debate in…