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China Hits U.S. Imports with 34% Tariff Amid Trade War

4/4/2025

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China Tariffs Intensify Trade War

China's finance ministry has imposed a staggering 34% tariff on U.S. imports, intensifying the ongoing trade war and raising alarms about a potential global recession, with analysts estimating a 60% likelihood of economic decline. This turmoil further complicates negotiations for TikTok's sale, putting its 170 million U.S. users in a precarious position.

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Trump Grants TikTok Extension

President Trump has granted TikTok a 75-day extension to finalize a U.S. sale, as tensions rise with China over tariffs. With China withholding approval, the app's fate hangs in the balance. Potential buyers like Oracle and Amazon are in the mix, while over 170 million American users anxiously await the outcome.

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China Tariffs Intensify Trade War

China's finance ministry has imposed a staggering 34% tariff on U.S. imports, intensifying the ongoing trade war and raising alarms about a potential global recession, with analysts estimating a 60% likelihood of economic decline. This turmoil further complicates negotiations for TikTok's sale, putting its 170 million U.S. users in a precarious position.

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