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Vietnam's Tariff Bid Rejected; Taiwan Offers Zero-Tariff Deal

4/8/2025

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Vietnam's bid to scrap tariffs on U.S. goods has been shot down by White House trade advisor Peter Navarro, who raises alarms about non-tariff barriers and trade practices. In contrast, Taiwan's President is extending a hand with a zero-tariff offer, hoping to bolster trade discussions with the U.S. as tensions with China escalate.

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Vietnam's bid to scrap tariffs on U.S. goods has been shot down by White House trade advisor Peter Navarro, who raises alarms about non-tariff barriers and trade practices. In contrast, Taiwan's President is extending a hand with a zero-tariff offer, hoping to bolster trade discussions with the U.S. as tensions with China escalate.