Entity Index

Global Trade Research Initiative

1 direct match plus 116 related mentions across person references, story text, source records, and indexed tags.

US Department of Defense to Screen Soldiers Over 30 for Testosterone Deficiency

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces new program aiming to optimize service members' testosterone levels for enhanced combat readiness.

Jul 15, 2026, 5:55 PM Guardian US

Stories Related To Global Trade Research Initiative

Showing 97-117 of 117 articles.

All stories

world

Global Views of China and Xi Jinping Improve as US Perceptions Decline, Pew Survey Finds

A new Pew Research Centre survey reveals a rebound in China’s global image and President Xi Jinping’s favorability, contrasting with a decline in confidence in the United States across multiple countries.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 5:23 PM

business

Tokyo and New York University Agree to Explore Japan Campus in Musashimurayama

Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike and NYU Senior Vice Chancellor Raghu Sundaram signed an agreement to consider establishing an international branch campus in Tokyo’s western suburb.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 3:41 PM

world

CUHK Launches First Cross-Border Clinical Trial Centre in Nansha

The Chinese University of Hong Kong partners with mainland authorities to establish a clinical trial centre aimed at boosting medical innovation in the Greater Bay Area.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 3:33 PM

world

US Government Project That Cut Foreign Aid Ends on July 4

A US government initiative that significantly reduced foreign aid officially ended on July 4, raising concerns about the impact on global lives.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 2:23 PM

world

Iran Threatens to Block More Trade Routes Amid US Military Strikes

Tensions escalate as Iran's Revolutionary Guards vow to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed until US aggression ends, following fresh US strikes on Iranian military targets.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 12:44 PM

world

China Detains US Scientist Chen Youlin on Espionage Charges

Chen Youlin, a US seismologist who studied North Korea's nuclear tests, has been held in China since November 2024, with his family alleging wrongful detention.

BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 7:17 AM

world

UN: Sudan's War Economy Fuels Ongoing Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis

The United Nations highlights how Sudan's warring factions exploit natural resources to finance military operations, perpetuating violence and disrupting livelihoods.

Euronews | Jul 15, 2026, 7:14 AM

world

Ugandan Woman Transforms Shea Waste into Clean Energy Amid Charcoal Crisis

As charcoal demand threatens indigenous trees in northern Uganda, a climate activist promotes sustainable fuel alternatives and community reforestation efforts.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 4:48 AM

business

China’s GDP Growth Slows to 4.3%, Marking Slowest Pace in Over Three Years

Industrial production grew 5.4% in early 2026, but weak consumption and fragile economic momentum weigh on outlook.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 4:04 AM

business

Vietnam Seeks $1.5 Trillion in Global Capital for Infrastructure Development

As domestic funding falls short, Vietnam aims to attract international investors through its new financial center starting in 2027.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 2:57 AM

global-institutions

Terrorism Evolves in West Africa and the Sahel, Expanding Toward the Gulf of Guinea

Jihadist groups are increasingly controlling territories and exploiting new technologies, while regional governments struggle to respond effectively.

UN News | Jul 15, 2026, 12:39 AM

business

Report Warns of China’s Strategic Targeting of Dutch Tech Sectors, Highlighting ASML

Researchers allege Beijing leverages economic statecraft and espionage to gain influence over Dutch strategic industries, aiming for global industrial leadership.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 12:37 AM

world

Cambodia Seeks to Reduce Dependencies Amid Border Conflict Impact

Following a brief armed conflict with Thailand and subsequent border closures, Cambodia faces challenges to its connectivity plans and economic resilience.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 14, 2026, 11:43 PM

world

Cambridge Study Reveals Boko Haram’s Use of US and Chinese AI Chatbots for Terror Attacks

Research uncovers Boko Haram’s exploitation of advanced AI tools from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Chinese developers to aid bomb-making and attack planning, highlighting rising national security concerns.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 14, 2026, 10:58 PM

world

US and Iran Exchange Strikes as Interim Peace Deal Collapses, Raising Tensions in Gulf

The United States launched strikes on Iranian targets in Khuzestan province, while Iran targeted US allies and shipping in the Gulf, escalating conflict and undermining a recent peace agreement.

Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 8:05 PM

world

Iran Launches Missile Strikes on US Bases After Trump’s Sea Blockade Threat

Tensions escalate as President Trump briefly demands tolls on Strait of Hormuz shipping before retreating, amid ongoing conflict and military strikes.

BBC World | Jul 14, 2026, 7:56 PM

world

Trump Withdraws 20% Hormuz Fee Proposal, Opts for Gulf Investment Deals

US President Donald Trump abandons plan to impose a 20% charge on commercial cargo through the Strait of Hormuz, replacing it with trade and investment agreements with Gulf states amid ongoing regional tensions.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 14, 2026, 4:34 PM

global-institutions

UN Agencies Urge Diplomacy as US and Iran Clash Over Strait of Hormuz

Following recent attacks on civilian vessels, UN bodies call for de-escalation amid competing claims over the vital Strait of Hormuz shipping route.

UN News | Jul 14, 2026, 3:40 PM

world

Trump Drops 20% Toll Plan on Strait of Hormuz, Prepares Naval Blockade on Iran

President Trump reverses his proposal to charge a 20% fee on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz, opting instead for trade deals with Gulf states as the US plans to resume a naval blockade on Iranian ports.

BBC World | Jul 14, 2026, 3:39 PM

Konstantin Sokolov to Chair $200M US State Department Fund for Central Asia Trade Corridor

Russian-born private equity investor and donor to Donald Trump’s ballroom project appointed to lead new enterprise fund focused on infrastructure investments in Armenia and surrounding regions.

Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 12:13 PM