US-China Tariff Policy Shift Spurs Trade Reset Debate

April 13, 2025, 1:20 pm

Recent developments in U.S. trade policy have led to a pronounced pivot in tariff measures, particularly in relation to China. Detailed analyses reveal that the administration has reduced reciprocal tariffs to 10% and imposed a 90‑day pause on further adjustments—with significant exemptions for critical tech products—while explicitly excluding China from these benefits. Prominent figures such as Peter Thiel have voiced support for a drastic reset in U.S.-China trade relations, framing the move as part of a broader strategy to negotiate more balanced economic ties amid escalating trade tensions.

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techinasia.com / Trump’s tariff exemptions may ease China’s economic pain

The exemptions apply to US$100 billion worth of goods, which accounts for over 20% of total US imports from China last year.

techinasia.com / Taiwan’s tech stocks rise on US exemptions, TSMC drops

Foxconn, Apple's largest iPhone assembler, saw a 4% rise in shares during morning trading.

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