URGENT: Trump hikes tariffs on China to 125%
US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday via Truth Social that he is immediately raising tariffs on China to 125 per cent, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing trade dispute between the two nations.
Trump stated, “At some point, hopefully in the near future, China will realize that the days of ripping off the US, and other Countries, is no longer sustainable or acceptable,” The move is expected to intensify trade tensions and could have far-reaching economic implications for global markets.
Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English
NEW TRUTH SOCIAL FROM PRESIDENT TRUMP:
🇨🇳125% TARIFF ON CHINA
🌎90-DAY PAUSE & LOWERED 10% RECIPROCAL TARIFF FOR OTHER COUNTRIES🚨EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY pic.twitter.com/Gt5Bd6276m
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) April 9, 2025