The White House has confirmed that the United States will impose 104 per cent tariffs on Chinese imports, effective from April 9.
The announcement follows a warning issued by President Donald Trump on April 7 regarding increased trade measures against China.
The decision represents the sharpest increase in tariffs between the two nations since the start of their trade conflict, signaling a significant intensification of economic hostilities.
Trump’s administration claims the new tariffs are aimed at “leveling the playing field” after the President has repeatedly accused other countries, including China, of exploiting trade imbalances to the detriment of the U.S. economy.
The move is expected to impact a wide range of Chinese imports, from electronics to consumer goods, raising concerns over potential disruptions in global supply chains. It also raises the possibility of retaliation from Beijing, which has warned of countermeasures.
