President Trump Imposes Reciprocal 34% Tariff on China, China Maintains Trade Relations with the U.S.

China stated on Thursday that it is "maintaining communication" with the United States on trade and economic issues following the announcement of new tariffs by the U.S.

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President Trump Imposes Reciprocal 34% Tariff on China, China Maintains Trade Relations with the U.S.


President Trump Imposes Reciprocal 34% Tariff on China, China Maintains Trade Relations with the U.S.

China stated on Thursday that it is "maintaining communication" with the United States on trade and economic issues following the announcement of new tariffs by the U.S.

Chinese Ministry of Commerce spokesperson He Yadong stated, "China and the United States' trade and economic departments have maintained communication," and further added, "Beijing is willing to discuss important matters related to bilateral trade with the United States." President Trump has imposed reciprocal tariffs on various countries, explaining that if China imposes a 67% tariff, the U.S. will impose a 34% tariff on Chinese products. The chart includes tariffs for the European Union (20%), Vietnam (46%), Taiwan (32%), Japan (24%), India (26%), South Korea (25%), and Thailand (36%).

On Thursday (April 3), China stated that it has maintained communication with the Trump administration regarding economic and trade issues.