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The vice-president seeks advice to defuse trade tension but struggles to understand Trump

Shanghai and Shenzhen blue-chips are largely insulated from impact of US tariffs

Moscow says Washington ‘playing with fire’ and that sanctions are futile

Inspections coincide with draft law to restrict international TV programmes

Chinese food is perfect for vegans since dairy products are largely absent from the traditional diet — and their vegetables are delectable

President demands reform of system that he says works against US ecommerce

FTCR freight survey finds volumes growing and firms upbeat but profits still soft

Business expects to cope with 10% levy but further rise could hit hard

Measures authorised under law meant to punish 2016 election interference