There's already a framework in place to prioritize strategic industries like shipbuilding and AI. A group of advisors will make recommendations and President Trump will make the final selection.
From the BBC World Service: Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Malaysia have all struck a series of trade agreements with President Donald Trump at the ASEAN summit.
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From the BBC World Service: After an anti-tariff ad featuring Ronald Reagan aired, President Donald Trump abruptly cut off all trade talks with America’s northern neighbor.
From the BBC World Service: The United States has announced new sanctions on Russian oil in an effort to expedite peace talks between Moscow and Ukraine.
From the BBC World Service: Sanae Takaichi models herself after former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, and has a range of economic challenges to tackle.
From the BBC World Service: Slowing economic growth sets the backdrop as members of China's ruling Communist Party gather to discuss the country's economic plans.