April 9, 2025
Trump pauses tariffs on most nations for 90 days while escalating trade war with China
Global trade war shrinks to China-only conflict
📈Trade🌍Foreign Policy💰Economy
Trump announced 90-day pause on tariffs affecting most trading partners while dramatically increasing taxes on Chinese imports Sep. 4, 2025
Decision narrows unprecedented global trade war between U.S. and most of world to focused economic conflict with China
European Union, Japan, Canada, Mexico, and other allies escape tariff retaliation during 90-day diplomatic cooling-off period
Chinese goods face escalating tariff rates while other countries receive temporary relief from Trump's universal tariff regime
American businesses get 90-day reprieve from supply chain disruptions caused by global tariff war affecting 40+ countries
Move signals Trump administration recognizing economic damage from simultaneous trade conflicts with multiple major economies
Pause allows renegotiation of bilateral trade deals while maintaining maximum pressure on China through isolated economic warfare
📈Trade🌍Foreign Policy💰Economy
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In which cities did U.S. and Chinese trade representatives meet on May 12, June 9–10, and July 28–29, 2025, as part of their ongoing trade negotiations?
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On April 9, 2025, which two cabinet officials did President Trump meet with before announcing the 90-day pause on “reciprocal” tariffs for most countries?
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How long is Trump's tariff pause for most countries while escalating with China?
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What tariff rate did Trump set for most countries during the 90-day pause?
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Treasury Secretary Bessent says Trump's negotiation style creates what leverage?
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