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Rubio Warns: China’s Alliances Fuel New Cold War

5/12/2025

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Rubio Critiques China

Senator Marco Rubio slammed China's unreliability during confirmation hearings for Trump's second term. As Trump pushes aggressive tariffs to pressure China, Beijing is forging stronger alliances with ASEAN nations. This intensifying trade battle not only fuels distrust but also threatens to spark a new Cold War, potentially giving China the upper hand.

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Trump Cuts Drug Prices

President Donald Trump has unveiled an executive order aimed at slashing U.S. drug prices by 30-80%, bringing them in line with the lowest global rates. However, this bold initiative may lead to price hikes in countries like India and Australia, as drug companies seek to protect their profits. Critics fear this could disrupt supply chains and worsen drug shortages.

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Rubio Critiques China

Senator Marco Rubio slammed China's unreliability during confirmation hearings for Trump's second term. As Trump pushes aggressive tariffs to pressure China, Beijing is forging stronger alliances with ASEAN nations. This intensifying trade battle not only fuels distrust but also threatens to spark a new Cold War, potentially giving China the upper hand.

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