Tag: reassure
Rubio in bind as he seeks to reassure south-east Asia, even as it faces Trump tariffs
Rubio meets Chinese counterpart at gathering, as questions remain about US trade polices and commitment to region Even as they face among the most punitive tariffs globally, the US secretary of state, Marco Rubio, has sought to reassure south-east Asian countries of Washington’s commitment to the region, saying they may get “better” trade deals than…
To instill confidence, China tries to reassure private entrepreneurs of support
Anthony Kuhn BEIJING — Every once in a while, China’s government makes a high-profile effort to right a wrong or rehabilitate a well-known person who has fallen from favor. They are gestures to restore public confidence in authorities. And restoring confidence is vital for China’s economy, as it struggles to maintain slowing growth amid a…