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Christmas Decor Business Thrives Despite Trump's Tariffs

6/17/2025

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In Hong Kong, Gong Yongqiang's Christmas decoration business defied expectations amid U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policy. Instead of struggling, his factories have been bustling since May, with a remarkable 20% sales increase projected for 2023, fueled by soaring demand from Indonesia and Malaysia.

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In Hong Kong, Gong Yongqiang's Christmas decoration business defied expectations amid U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policy. Instead of struggling, his factories have been bustling since May, with a remarkable 20% sales increase projected for 2023, fueled by soaring demand from Indonesia and Malaysia.