China Fires Back at U.S. with 50% Tariff in Retaliation to Trump’s Trade Actions
- THE CHINA NOW
- Apr 9
- 2 min read
Summary
China has announced a 50% tariff on all U.S. imports, bringing its total tariff level to 84%, in response to U.S. tariff increases.
The move is part of escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China, with both countries imposing significant tariffs on each other's goods.
China has pledged to introduce supportive policies in response to these external shocks, signaling its determination to protect its economic interests.
In a swift and forceful response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest round of tariff increases, China has announced a 50% tariff on all American imports. This move, effective Thursday, adds to the already existing tariffs, bringing China’s cumulative additional tariffs to 84%. The decision marks a significant escalation in the ongoing trade war between the world’s two largest economies, signaling a deeper decoupling of their economic ties.
