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Chinese Exports to US Plunge 43% Amid Tariff Evasion

7/7/2025

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Chinese exporters are navigating around US tariffs by rerouting shipments through Southeast Asia, resulting in a staggering 43% plunge in direct exports to the US in May 2025. With Vietnam and India rising as vital trans-shipment hubs, the logistics landscape is becoming increasingly complex, and this trend shows no signs of slowing down as tariffs tighten further.

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Story summary

Chinese exporters are navigating around US tariffs by rerouting shipments through Southeast Asia, resulting in a staggering 43% plunge in direct exports to the US in May 2025. With Vietnam and India rising as vital trans-shipment hubs, the logistics landscape is becoming increasingly complex, and this trend shows no signs of slowing down as tariffs tighten further.