Currency weakens amid trade tensions and slowing economy

White House decides against moves to block Beijing’s acquisition of US technology

Equities and currencies sustain fresh blows, worsening second-quarter drops

US defence secretary to deliver ‘medium tough’ message to Beijing as trade tensions flare

China roiled by new laws targeting influence and espionage in politics

More companies say new orders fell ahead of July 6 White House deadline 

President signals that existing review system could be used to protect key US sectors

Weaker renminbi risks return of capital flight and more deleveraging

Industry shuns mega-deals of the past in favour of sharing costs and spreading risk