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Trump and Xi Forge Tariff Deal Linked to Fentanyl Fight

11/1/2025

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On October 30, 2025, United States President Donald Trump announced a deal with Chinese President Xi Jinping to cut tariffs by 10%.
The agreement reduces the minimum tariff to 20% and the average to about 47%.
The deal links tariff cuts to China's commitment to combat fentanyl trafficking.
The deal faces risks because China has a history of not fulfilling agreements.
The deal could benefit U.S. consumers by lowering prices.

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Story summary

On October 30, 2025, United States President Donald Trump announced a deal with Chinese President Xi Jinping to cut tariffs by 10%.
The agreement reduces the minimum tariff to 20% and the average to about 47%.
The deal links tariff cuts to China's commitment to combat fentanyl trafficking.
The deal faces risks because China has a history of not fulfilling agreements.
The deal could benefit U.S. consumers by lowering prices.