Trump election claims debunked, US critical minerals fears: 7 US-China relations reads
We have selected seven of the most interesting and important news stories covering US-China relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Liberation Day 2.0? US slaps fresh wave of tariffs on China, 50-plus economies On June 24, the United States imposed a fresh wave of tariffs against 60 economies, including China, Japan, South…
Recent tariffs imposed by the United States on 60 economies, including China, Japan, South Korea, India, and EU member states, took effect on July 24, 2026. These new tariffs were imposed just hours before a temporary 10% blanket levy was set to expire. The sudden surge in tariffs has raised concerns about the US-China economic relationship, with some Asian-American groups criticizing President Donald Trump's speech as a dangerous threat to minority communities already facing hostility.
Despite the backlash, China supporters praised Trump's message and tone. The US election claims have been debunked, shedding light on the complexities and tensions in US-China relations.
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