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China Escalates Trade War, Targets U.S. Services

4/19/2025

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China is ramping up its trade war with the U.S., striking at American services through stringent export controls and antitrust investigations. With a focus on reducing dependence on U.S. technology, Beijing is also limiting Boeing purchases and discouraging travel and education in America. Negotiations are at a standstill, with China insisting on tariff rollbacks before any dialogue can resume.

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Story summary

China is ramping up its trade war with the U.S., striking at American services through stringent export controls and antitrust investigations. With a focus on reducing dependence on U.S. technology, Beijing is also limiting Boeing purchases and discouraging travel and education in America. Negotiations are at a standstill, with China insisting on tariff rollbacks before any dialogue can resume.