Exports
U.S. Has Increased Major Arms Exports by 23 Percent in Five Years: Watchdog
Just over half of all American arms exports went to the Middle East, some helping Saudi Arabia and the UAE continue their war in Yemen.
2% of U.S. Export Income Comes From Selling Blood
The United States is a major exporter of many different resources, but one market segment is surprisingly large: human blood.
Chinese Media Hint at Rare Earths Export Limits: What Would Be Impacted?
"We remind the U.S. not to underestimate China's ability to defend its rights to development and to remember not to blame anyone for not warning them," the Communist Party's paper warned.
America is Exporting 'Molecules of U.S. Freedom' Says Energy Department
One official described natural gas as "freedom gas."
Trump Trade War to Cost U.S. Farm Exports $1.9 Billion
"The share of total U.S. agricultural exports to China in value terms is projected to be 6 percent, down sharply, with China falling from the top market in 2017 to fifth place," USDA Chief Economist Robert Johansson said.
Can Israel Ensure its Technology isn't Used for Evil?
Israeli companies are criticized when dictators use their technology to clamp down on dissent. Can anything be done?
Donald Trump: EU Was Set Up to Hurt U.S.
"Frankly, they have to start treating our companies better," Trump said of the bloc.
Fourth of July, Made in China—but for How Long?
Whether you're firing up the grill, letting off a barrage of fireworks or simply wrapping yourself in Old Glory, chances are you'll be using something made in China.
Farmers Slaughter Chickens to Stop Cannibalism
As a trucker strike in Brazil disrupts feed supplies, farmers have been forced to cull flocks to stop the starving birds eating one another.
North Korea Earned $200M From Banned Exports: Report
The rogue state shipped weapons to Syria and Myanmar, according to a report from independent U.N. monitors.
Israel: Kibbutzim Hope for Marijuana Gold Rush
The so-called "green rush" has gained momentum since February, when the Israeli government threw its weight behind legislation allowing the export of medical marijuana.
Trump Calls Germans 'Very Bad' at EU Leaders Meeting
The U.S. president blasted Germany's auto industry once again but made no mention of German-owned car plants in the U.S.
China, Australia to Sign New Agreement on Beef Exports
Australia is seeking to take advantage of China's decision to suspend meat imports from Brazil.
China's Congress to Focus on Ailing Economy
Policymakers are worried about high debt levels and an over-inflated housing market.
Who Is the Biggest Loser at the Rio Olympics?
It's not even clear that hosting the Olympics increases tourism or new investments.
Putin's Arms Sales Jump by a Third in Five Years
Sales to Europe have increased by 264 percent thanks to contracts with Azerbaijan.
'Fake' Crimean Prosecco Outrages Italian Producers
A Rome-based farmers group has complained that Crimean prosecco is cheaper than the Italian one.
