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Trump Extends Tariff Truce with China Amid Trade Negotiations

8/17/2025

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President Trump extended the U.S. tariff truce with China for 90 days on August 11.
This extension comes after extensive trade negotiations with multiple partners, including Canada and the EU.
The U.S. has imposed tariffs on Brazil, Canada, and India, while reversing some previous tariff decisions.
Japan will compensate its exporters for misapplied duties.

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President Trump extended the U.S. tariff truce with China for 90 days on August 11.
This extension comes after extensive trade negotiations with multiple partners, including Canada and the EU.
The U.S. has imposed tariffs on Brazil, Canada, and India, while reversing some previous tariff decisions.
Japan will compensate its exporters for misapplied duties.