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As President Clinton continues his lobbying campaign for a Chinese trade agreement, he visited Silicon Valley to rally the support of high-tech executives. The President argued that China's Internet age may "threaten the old order," but he believes this can be a liberalizing influence that can&
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Two major US labor unions, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and the International Association of Machinists, are caught in a paradox. While they oppose normalized trade relations with China, they are supporting United Parcel Service's (UPS) bid to access the Chinese market for package delivery, potentially creating union
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Unless the China trade bill comes up for a vote by May, it could be delayed until next year, putting it at serious risk, according to Representative Robert T. Matsui, the top Democratic vote counter in the House. Matsui stated that support for granting China permanent normal trading privileges was
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The Clinton administration has agreed to release the text of the World Trade Organization (WTO) agreement with China, a move prompted by pressure from Congress. The agreement, signed in November, has been under wraps until now, and its release comes at a critical time as the administration pushes for Congress
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Last November, after years of negotiation, the United States and the People's Republic of China completed a bilateral agreement on accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO). The Agreement represents a significant step forward for American businesses, farmers, and working people, while also promoting fair trade and strengthening
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President Clinton today submitted his bill to usher China into the World Trade Organization, arguing that opening up China's economy would undermine the Communist Party's control. In a speech at Johns Hopkins University, the President made the case that China's entry into the WTO
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Chinese Prime Minister Zhu Rongji delivered a significant speech at the annual session of Parliament, focusing on the critical issue of corruption that is undermining the party's authority. He emphasized the importance of maintaining a transparent and honest government, vowing to severely punish corrupt officials. Meanwhile, his speech
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Tensions between China and Taiwan are escalating, with Beijing stepping up threats to prevent Taiwan from breaking free from China's control. This development has sparked concerns among lawmakers on Capitol Hill, particularly in the Senate, where obtaining permanent normal trade relations (PNTR) with China may become more challenging.
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The fate of China's entry into the World Trade Organization (WTO) hangs in the balance as the US Congress is faced with a complex decision. Vice President Al Gore's ambivalent support for the deal has energized labor unions, who fear that the agreement will undermine American
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The White House is facing a perilous deadline to secure passage of its huge trade initiative with China, with both Republican and Democratic senators warning that the administration's deal may die if Vice President Al Gore's recent comments are not addressed. Key Takeaways: * The administration has
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Negotiations between India and China over Beijing's accession to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) are nearing completion, with officials indicating that a agreement may be reached during the upcoming visit of Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Murasoli Maran. The accession, which has been in the works for some
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Sybase Chairman, President, and CEO John Chen recently addressed the House Ways and Means Committee, emphasizing the importance of granting China permanent normal trade relations (PNTR) and clearing the path for China's accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO). Chen highlighted the significant market opportunity in China, with
