Tag: framework

Taiwan Looks to Be ‘Full Member’ of US Indo-Pacific Economic Framework

A senior Taiwanese minister said the self-ruled island is looking to be a “full member” of a U.S.-led economic framework in the Indo-Pacific region, given that Taipei is a “safe and reliable” partner and a key part of the global supply chain. “Taiwan is very willing to support the U.S. Indo-Pacific Economic Framework,” Chief Trade…


US Trade Representative Tai Hints at New Asian Economic Framework: NHK

TOKYO—U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai said the United States may set up a new Asian economic framework with allies and “friendly” nations as early as next year, NHK public television reported on Thursday. The United States and Japan announced on Wednesday a new trade partnership to boost cooperation on labour, environment, and digital trade issues,…


US Confident on Developing Business Framework With Indo-Pacific Partners: Commerce Chief

KUALA LUMPUR—The United States is confident about developing a framework with Indo-Pacific partners to strengthen business and workforce, U.S. Commerce secretary Gina Raimondo said on Thursday. Raimondo said in a teleconference call that the framework was not envisioned as a typical free trade deal, and must be inclusive, flexible so many countries can participate.


Deep Dive (Oct. 28): White House Framework Costs $1.75 Trillion, Includes $1.995 Trillion in Tax Hikes

President Joe Biden hopes to convince Democrats to back his economic and environmental proposals before he leaves for Europe. The White House announced his spending bill framework Thursday morning. In a move to meet with progressives, Biden has slashed the bill’s price tag in half. It’s been cut from $3.5 trillion to $1.75 trillion. The…