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Asian markets plunge after US tariffs
Two of the biggest economies in east Asia, South Korea and Japan, have said they want to negotiate with Washington over the new tariffs.
Stock markets plunge in Asia, as President Donald Trump's tariffs continue to send shockwaves around the world. We'll speak to our correspondent in Singapore.
Meanwhile, EU trade ministers are meeting today to discuss tariffs. We'll go to live to Estonia and hear from South Africa's international relations minister as the country is hit with 31% tariffs.
And Hamas fires rockets into southern Israel as the Israeli prime minister calls for a strong response.
(Photo: An electronic signboard at Hana Bank's dealing room, Seoul, South Korea, 7 April 2025; EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)
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