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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's recent visit to China aimed to strengthen trade ties and address concerns over the trade deficit as tensions rise with the Trump administration.

The article suggests that the tariffs imposed by Trump have not resolved the ongoing trade deficit in the United States, which has, in fact, widened.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasizes the need for a more balanced trade relationship with China during his visit, amid concerns over the significant trade deficit of €89 billion.

A professor's humorous response highlights the ineffectiveness of Trump's tariffs in addressing the U.S. trade deficit with Canada.

Despite high tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump on dozens of countries, the U.S. trade deficit increased nearly 6%, setting a new record.

The dollar strengthened for the fourth consecutive session, buoyed by strong economic data from the U.S., allowing the Federal Reserve to maintain stable interest rates.

China is witnessing an influx of foreign patients attracted by its efficient and affordable medical services, which may help mitigate the country’s services trade deficit.

Despite tariffs imposed by Trump, the U.S. trade deficit is unexpectedly increasing, with a specific deficit of $56.4 billion with South Korea.

The US saw a significant increase in its trade deficit in December, marking the highest annual trade deficit in goods in 2025, despite tariffs imposed by President Trump.

The U.S. trade deficit widened in December, concluding a tumultuous year of erratic tariff policies.

The U.S. goods trade deficit grew by 2.1% to reach a record high of $1.2409 trillion last year, marking the highest deficit amid Trump's tariff policies.

The U.S. trade deficit reached a record $1.2 trillion in 2025, rising by 2.1% compared to the previous year, attributed to increased imports despite tariffs imposed by former President Trump.

The US trade deficit in goods has surged to record levels, only improving marginally by 0.2% despite tariffs and claims from former President Trump regarding significant reductions.

The US recorded a historic trade deficit in 2025, despite generalized tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.

The American trade deficit reached a record high of $1.24 trillion in 2025, driven by a larger increase in imports than exports, despite existing tariffs on many incoming products.

Spain's trade deficit experienced a sharp increase of 41.6% in 2025, primarily due to a significant imbalance with China and reduced exports to the United States.

India's trade deficit has increased to $34.68 billion in January 2026, driven by rising demand for gold and silver alongside a decline in exports.

India's trade deficit surged to $34.68 billion in January 2026, driven primarily by an increase in gold and silver imports.

Without the pharmaceutical industry, the EU's trade balance would shift from a surplus of 147 billion euros to a deficit of 47 billion euros, according to the EFPIA.

The EU's trade deficit with China increased by 15% in 2025, while the trade surplus with the United States remains at record levels despite tariffs.

The US is urging South Korea to remove non-tariff barriers amidst fears of higher tariffs under the Trump administration.

Goods export from Estonia increased by 7% and import by 8% in 2025 compared to the previous year, leading to a trade deficit of €3.8 billion.

In 2025, Croatia's export value reached 25.1 billion euros, a 4.4% increase from the previous year, while imports grew by 3.3% to 44.3 billion euros, resulting in a trade deficit of 19.2 billion euros.

In 2025, Greece's trade deficit decreased to €33.515 billion, despite negative export performance, according to the Hellenic Statistical Authority.

India is set to purchase petroleum, defense, electronics, pharmaceuticals, telecom products, and aircraft from the US, according to a report by Reuters, which also indicates that an official trade deal is expected soon to reduce the trade deficit with the US.

Kenya has secured a preliminary trade agreement with China that allows for duty-free exports of key agricultural products, significantly advancing efforts to reduce its trade deficit with China.

Israeli foreign trade data for 2025 reveals a severe deterioration in the trade balance, with imports growing rapidly while exports fail to keep pace, leading to an unprecedented trade deficit.

The new wave of nuclear energy threatens to overwhelm the global uranium trade, with numerous countries constructing new reactors enough to potentially double the number of operating units in the next decade.

Artist BECK has won the German Cartoon Award 2025 with a caricature commenting on Trump's trade policy.

Germany's trade deficit with China is approaching record levels as exports have dramatically decreased while imports have surged, with no reversal in sight.

France faces a probable agricultural trade deficit this year, marking a significant decline in the competitiveness of its agricultural sector.

In October, the U.S. trade deficit decreased to the lowest level recorded since 2009, as reported by recent data.

Donald Trump claims on his Truth Social platform that the economic year of 2025 was excellent, primarily due to tariffs he imposed, leading to significant growth and a reduction in trade deficit.