Trump increases tariffs on China to 125 pc, announces 90-day 'pause' for 75-plus countries

ANI April 10, 2025 254 views

President Donald Trump has dramatically escalated the trade tensions with China by unilaterally increasing tariffs to 125%, citing economic disrespect and unfair practices. In a simultaneous move, Trump offered a 90-day negotiation window with reduced 10% tariffs for over 75 countries seeking trade discussions. The decision comes after China's own retaliatory tariff increase to 84% on US goods, marking an intense period of economic confrontation. This unprecedented action signals Trump's aggressive approach to international trade and his commitment to challenging what he perceives as unfair global economic practices.

"The days of ripping off the U.S.A., and other Countries, is no longer sustainable" - Donald Trump, Truth Social
Washington DC, April 9: Amid the ongoing tariff war between the US and China that had been rattling the global markets, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) announced an immediate increase in tariffs on China to 125 per cent.

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Trump raises China tariffs to 125% in aggressive economic confrontation

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Offers 90-day trade negotiation window for 75+ countries

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China retaliates with 84% tariff on US goods

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Signals major shift in international trade relations

The move by the US President came following a retaliatory move by China, where it increased its tariff on US goods from 34 per cent to 84 per cent starting April 10.

In a simultaneous move, Trump announced that for 75 countries which have called Representatives of the United States for trade talks, he has authorised a 90-day "pause" and a substantially lower reciprocal tariff.

The countries having trade talks with the United States include India.

"Based on the lack of respect that China has shown to the World's Markets, I am hereby raising the Tariff charged to China by the United States of America to 125 %, effective immediately. At some point, hopefully in the near future, China will realize that the days of ripping off the U.S.A., and other Countries, is no longer sustainable or acceptable," Trump said on social media platform Truth Social.

"Conversely, and based on the fact that more than 75 Countries have called Representatives of the United States, including the Departments of Commerce, Treasury, and the USTR, to negotiate a solution to the subjects being discussed relative to Trade, Trade Barriers, Tariffs, Currency Manipulation, and Non Monetary Tariffs, and that these Countries have not, at my strong suggestion, retaliated in any way, shape, or form against the United States, I have authorized a 90 day PAUSE, and a substantially lowered Reciprocal Tariff during this period, of 10%, also effective immediately. Thank you for your attention to this matter!" he added.

Earlier today, in a retaliatory move, China announced that it would increase its tariff on US goods from 34 per cent to 84 per cent starting April 10, as reported by Al Jazeera.

The decision comes after the US increased tariffs on China to a whopping 104 per cent, following President Trump's threat of "additional 50 per cent tariffs" on Beijing starting Wednesday.

Trump had announced an additional 50 per cent tariff on China after Beijing announced a 34 per cent tariff on the United States in a tit-for-tat response.

Reader Comments

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Michael T.
Finally some strong leadership on trade! China has been taking advantage of the US for decades. 125% might seem extreme but sometimes you need to hit back hard to be taken seriously. 🇺🇸
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Sarah L.
I'm worried about how this will affect consumer prices. My small business imports materials from China and these tariffs could put me out of business. There's got to be a better way to handle this...
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James K.
The 90-day pause for other countries is a smart move. Shows we're willing to negotiate with those who approach trade fairly. Maybe this will encourage more countries to come to the table.
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Alicia P.
While I understand the need to stand up to China, I wish there was more focus on building domestic manufacturing capacity rather than just raising tariffs. Long-term solutions matter too.
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Robert H.
This trade war is getting out of hand. 125%?! That's insane. Regular people are going to pay the price for this political posturing. 😒
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Tina M.
Interesting that India is included in the 90-day pause. Could this lead to stronger US-India trade relations? Might be a silver lining in all this trade tension.

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