President Trump has announced modifications to reciprocal tariff rates with China, reflecting ongoing discussions between the two nations. The move aims to address concerns over trade deficits and national security.
In April 2025, President Trump declared a national emergency due to large and persistent US trade deficits with China. To address this threat, he imposed ad valorem duties on Chinese imports. However, in response, China retaliated by announcing its own tariffs.
Since then, the US has engaged in talks with China to improve trade reciprocity. The latest executive order, signed on August 11, 2025, extends a 90-day suspension of additional duties imposed on China’s imports. Instead, it imposes an additional ad valorem rate of duty on certain Chinese articles.
The order also suspends the application of a specific country-specific ad valorem rate of duty until November 10, 2025. Implementation will involve various government agencies working together to ensure compliance with applicable law.
The move reflects the ongoing efforts to address trade concerns and national security threats posed by China’s actions.
Source: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/08