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Trump's Tariff Ultimatum to China Sets Stage for Economic Escalation

The U.S. president rejects suspension of tariffs, triggering new penalties on China as global markets face heightened turmoil.

  • President Donald Trump has implemented additional tariffs on China after Beijing refused to withdraw its 34% retaliatory tariffs by the April 8 deadline.
  • The new U.S. tariffs, effective April 9, will raise total duties on Chinese imports to 104%, intensifying the global trade conflict.
  • China has vowed to retaliate further, labeling U.S. actions as 'economic coercion' and pledging to defend its interests decisively.
  • The European Union continues to push for mutual tariff abolition but is preparing countermeasures as Trump dismisses their proposals and criticizes EU trade practices.
  • Global financial markets remain volatile, with significant stock declines reflecting fears of inflation, recession, and disrupted international trade.
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