Recently, U.S. President Donald Trump issued a strong response on his social media platform Truth Social regarding China's recent announcement of a 34% tariff on U.S. goods. He warned that if China does not withdraw this retaliatory tariff by today (April 8), the U.S. will impose an additional 50% tariff on Chinese goods starting tomorrow (April 9). This move would raise the total tariff rate on Chinese goods to an astonishing 104%, marking a new escalation in the U.S.-China trade dispute.
In his statement, Trump pointed out that the 34% tariff imposed by China is "another provocation based on its existing tariff measures, non-monetary barriers, illegal corporate subsidies, and long-term currency manipulation." He emphasized that he had previously warned that any country imposing additional retaliatory tariffs beyond existing trade barriers would face swift and harsher countermeasures from the U.S. "China clearly did not listen, and now they will face the consequences," Trump wrote. "If they do not cancel this decision by April 8, the U.S. will impose a 50% tariff on all Chinese goods starting April 9 and will terminate all talks with China."
Following this announcement, global financial markets quickly fell into turmoil. Asian stock markets opened with significant declines today. European markets were similarly affected, with the London FTSE 100 index and the German DAX index both experiencing notable drops. Meanwhile, U.S. stock index futures showed significant pressure in pre-market trading, as investors grew increasingly concerned about the economic recession risks that could arise from an escalation of the trade war.
China responded swiftly. Previously, the Chinese Ministry of Finance announced that starting April 10, it would impose a 34% tariff on all U.S. imports as a direct countermeasure to Trump's executive order signed last Wednesday (April 2), which imposed a 34% tariff on Chinese goods. A spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Commerce stated this morning: "The unilateralism and bullying practices of the U.S. seriously harm China's legitimate rights and interests. China will never yield to pressure or threats and is prepared to respond to any form of trade war." At the same time, China has formally submitted a complaint to the World Trade Organization (WTO), accusing the U.S. of violating international trade rules with its latest tariffs.
Trump's statement also revealed that the U.S. would immediately begin negotiations with other countries that have requested talks to adjust their respective tariff rates. He specifically mentioned that he would meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later today, with tariffs expected to be a key topic of discussion. Additionally, reports indicate that Japan has urgently dispatched a negotiation team to the U.S. in an attempt to alleviate the 24% tariff pressure it faces.
Analysts have differing views on this dramatic development. Dan Ives, an analyst at Wall Street investment bank Wedbush Securities, stated: "Trump's tariff strategy has exceeded many people's expectations of the 'worst-case scenario.' Imposing a 50% tariff on China will completely reshape the global supply chain landscape." He warned that this would not only deal a devastating blow to Chinese exporters but could also raise living costs for American consumers. On the other hand, U.S. manufacturers who support Trump's policies believe that while this move may cause short-term pain, it is expected to stimulate the revival of domestic industries in the long run.
The storm of this trade war is clearly not over. In his closing remarks, Trump reassured the public: "Thank you all for your attention to this matter. America will win, and our economy will be stronger." However, in the face of the global stock market's violent reactions and the series of countermeasures from various countries, the outcome of this gamble remains uncertain. The game between the two major economies, the U.S. and China, is pushing the world toward a more turbulent crossroads.
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