Trade truce — what the US and China agreed to
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Mon, 12 May 2025 11:05:00 +0300

US reduces tariffs on Chinese goodsThe US is reducing tariffs on Chinese goods by 24 percent for 90 days, leaving only 10.
Some additional tariffs imposed in April are also being lifted.China is doing the same in response it is reducing tariffs on US goods by 24 percent for 90 days, leaving 10.In addition, Beijing is removing additional tariffs and other restrictions imposed against the US from April 2025.The parties undertake to take the following measures by May 14, 2025 After taking the above measures, the parties will establish a mechanism to continue discussions on economic and trade relations.
The Chinese side will be represented at these discussions by Vice Premier of the State Council He Lifeng, and the US side will be represented by Scott Bessant, Minister of Finance, and Jamieson Greer, United States Trade Representative.
These discussions may be held alternately in China and the United States or in a third country as agreed by the Parties.
If necessary, the two sides may hold workinglevel consultations on relevant economic and trade issues.
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