Trump 'likely' to announce new China tariffs as early as Monday

14 Sept 15:58 Key points summarised by AI

President Trump is anticipated to announce new tariffs on approximately $200 billion worth of Chinese imports as early as Monday.
The tariffs are expected to be around 10%, targeting a wide array of products including internet technology, electronics, and various consumer goods.
These actions are part of Trump's broader strategy to address China's 'unfair trade practices,' reduce its trade surplus with the U.S., and counter policies related to U.S. technology acquisition.
The impending tariffs could complicate ongoing efforts to restart trade talks between the world's two largest economies, despite recent invitations for senior Chinese officials to Washington.

Suspected drug couriers killed in Phetchaburi; half a tonne of Ice seized

Yesterday 16:06 Key points summarised by AI

Two suspected drug couriers were killed in a shootout with narcotics officers in Phetchaburi province.
Authorities seized approximately half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine, also known as Ice, during the operation.
The incident occurred on Tuesday night after officers tracked a network suspected of transporting large quantities of drugs to southern Thailand.
The suspects, identified as Chattharin and Rungarun, both 27, opened fire when confronted by officers, who returned fire, resulting in their deaths.