Trade war widens as Trump slaps tariffs on $200 billion in Chinese goods

13 Sept 12:15 Key points summarised by AI

President Trump imposed 10% tariffs on an additional $200 billion worth of Chinese imports, escalating to 25% by year-end, significantly widening the trade war.
While initially sparing some consumer items like smartwatches, Trump warned of 'phase three' tariffs on $267 billion more if China retaliates, which could include iPhones.
The US aims to pressure China into addressing unfair trade practices, technology transfer, and high-tech industrial subsidy policies.
This tariff escalation follows unproductive talks between the two largest economies, though the US remains open to further negotiations despite China vowing retaliation.

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.