Business and economic leaders warn that diplomatic tension, tariffs and shifting global alliances could shape whether the country remains part of the renewed agreement
		
	 
	
		
		Prices have increased by over 30%, favouring gold-producing countries like South Africa, but structural issues are dampening opportunities 
		
	 
	
		
		China hit back by saying Washington was taking ‘discriminatory action’ against its companies
		
	 
	
		
		China is, for the first time, believed to have some warheads on high operational alert