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Trump has threatened to increase tariffs on China by another 50% after they imposed a 34% retaliatory tariff on the United States. This comes as many other countries announce that they are open to negotiating with Trump to end the tariffs.
Trump made the announcement on Truth Social saying, "If China does not withdraw its 34% increase above their already long term trading abuses by tomorrow, April 8th, 2025, the United States will impose ADDITIONAL Tariffs on China of 50%, effective April 9th," he continued. "Additionally, all talks with China concerning their requested meetings with us will be terminated!"
Trump met today with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and the EU's Ursula von der Leyen announced that they were willing to discuss zero-for-zero tariffs with the United States.