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China Strikes Back: New Tariffs on U.S. Farm Goods

3/11/2025

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Beijing has ramped up tensions in the ongoing trade war by imposing new tariffs on U.S. farm products, effective Monday. The 15% tariffs target chicken, wheat, and corn, while soybeans, pork, beef, and fruit face a 10% levy. However, shipments sent before April 12 remain unaffected. China condemned U.S. tariffs for their disruptive impact on global supply chains.

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Beijing has ramped up tensions in the ongoing trade war by imposing new tariffs on U.S. farm products, effective Monday. The 15% tariffs target chicken, wheat, and corn, while soybeans, pork, beef, and fruit face a 10% levy. However, shipments sent before April 12 remain unaffected. China condemned U.S. tariffs for their disruptive impact on global supply chains.