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Trump Finalizes Major Trade Deal with Taiwan

2/13/2026

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Trump Finalizes Taiwan Deal

U.S. President Donald Trump finalized a trade deal with Taiwan that lowers tariffs on 99% of Taiwan's exports to the United States to 15%.
The agreement aims to address a large trade imbalance, with Taiwan set to invest $250 billion in U.S. industries, especially semiconductors and AI.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) commits $165 billion for U.S. production and R&D.
Taiwan's government will seek legislative approval for the agreement.

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Trump Finalizes Taiwan Deal

U.S. President Donald Trump finalized a trade deal with Taiwan that lowers tariffs on 99% of Taiwan's exports to the United States to 15%.
The agreement aims to address a large trade imbalance, with Taiwan set to invest $250 billion in U.S. industries, especially semiconductors and AI.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) commits $165 billion for U.S. production and R&D.
Taiwan's government will seek legislative approval for the agreement.

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