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The latest business and finance news from around the world from the BBC
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Biden calls for rising tariffs on Chinese imports
The White House has confirmed the United States is putting tariffs on 18 billion dollars worth of imports from China. They'll target sectors like electric vehicles, batteries, steel and critical minerals. The US government accusing China of "unfair trade practices".
Also, in the programme, we find out why one of the largest mining companies decided to focus the business on copper instead of diamonds. And we will look at Rhodes where the economy is still recovering after wildfires. -
Brazilian floods show little sign of slowing
Flooding in Brazil continues, bringing despair to residents and businesses alike. Can emergency government funds offer hope of rebuilding? Meanwhile, Sam Fenwick looks at what's expected in the Australian budget, and what Melinda Gates' departure from her namesake foundation means to the world of philanthropy
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Georgia protests: Will the new law harm the economy?
Hundreds of Georgians joined protest against a foreign influence bill, described by critics as the "Russia law". People are concerned that the new law could be used by the government to clamp down on opponents, and could harm Georgia's hopes of joining the European Union.
Also, Will Bain finds out why Russia's new Defence Minister is an economist and he hears about the project helping people escape extreme poverty by equipping them to start small businesses in Uganda. -
Is the UK economy out of the woods?
The UK has emerged from recession – but can it hold its ground? And how does it compare to the rest of the world?
Elsewhere, Emily Thomas digs into the agricultural impact of the floods in Brazil, and looks back at Chinese president Xi Jinping's visit to Europe. -
Apple faces backlash over advert
The tech giant Apple has faced an online backlash in response to an advert featuring books and musical instrument being crushed, to demonstrate how their creativity has been compressed into the latest iPad.
Also, with music catalogue company Hipgnosis facing a takeover, is it worth a price tag of $1.6 billion?
And we hear from one of the Eurovision song contest’s most successful songwriters. -
Air India Express cancels 85 flights
Almost three-thousand cabin crew members in India have taken part in a mass sick leave in protest for better working conditions. Air India have cancelled 85 flights while travel disruption continues for hundreds of passengers.
Also, on the show – find out why Korean women are reluctant to have children.
Plus, you can hear how Euro Vision song writers are earning a living for the annual singing competition.