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Apr 24th, 2025, 6:33 AM ET·Business

China Quietly Eases Tariffs on US Semiconductors Amid Trade War

China has rolled back some retaliatory tariffs on US semiconductors, amid ongoing tensions with the US over trade.


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In a surprising move, China has quietly exempted certain US semiconductors from its 125% retaliatory tariff, revealing this information through import agencies in Shenzhen While President Trump claimed ongoing trade talks, China denied such discussions and reiterated its demand that the U.S. cancels unilateral tariffs before negotiations can begin. These semiconductor exemptions indicate China's struggles in its tech sector during the trade war, as it relies heavily on US imports. Despite these concessions, Beijing remains firm in its stance, highlighting the complexities and ongoing concerns about the trade conflict impacting the global economy.

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  • Trump's recent statements indicating a willingness to reduce tariffs have caused uncertainty, as he announced plans to reimpose tariffs previously paused, leading to skepticism from China regarding future negotiations.
  • Chinese experts view Trump's inconsistent communication as a reflection of domestic pressures and believe China is in a position of strength, choosing to wait for a more favorable bargaining power before engaging in talks.
  • China's current refusal to negotiate unless all tariffs are lifted showcases their firm stance against what they see as America's aggressive trade tactics.
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"…The announcement came as it became increasingly clear that the White House has made little progress negotiating the promised trade deals that would save the American economy from a self-induced hemorrhage."

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"…There are mounting business and consumer concerns that the taxes will drive up inflation and potentially send the economy into a recession."

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"…Trump's most recent pronouncement leaves importers and exporters unclear whether by the end of the next month they will be paying Trump’s new baseline 10% tariff, the tariff that was set on 9 April, or an entirely new figure."

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"…In contrast to Trump’s off-the-cuff remarks and vacillating statements on the possibility of relief from his tariffs, Beijing’s messaging, which has been largely communicated through the Ministry of Commerce and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has been tightly controlled and consistent."

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