How Asean Quietly Became China’s Buffer Against US Tariffs

How Asean quietly became China’s buffer against US tariffs

China and Asean now have a lawful way to cushion tariffs by shifting where value is added, how it is recorded and which standards to meet.

Tariffs thaw, rivalry simmers: U.S.–China trade truce enters uneasy phase

Even as a U.S.–China trade truce appears to be holding, analysts caution that the détente remains fragile in a rivalry increasingly defined by strategic competition.

From Soybeans to Semiconductors: 2025 U.S.-China Trade Turmoil

U.S. President Donald Trump has targeted China with a cascade of tariffs on imports worth billions of dollars in 2025, aiming to narrow the trade deficit, revive domestic manufacturing, and curb the fentanyl trade. The year has seen a mix of escalating tariffs, export controls, partial trade truces, and diplomatic talks as both sides navigate […] The post From Soybeans to Semiconductors: 2025 U.S.-China Trade Turmoil appeared first on Modern Dip…

China’s C/A: Weathering the tariff war – Standard Chartered

Peak fear around US-China tariff war is likely behind us; we expect tariffs to stay at current levels in 2026. Diversification, upgrading, and innovation to help China maintain export competitiveness, Standard Chartered's economists report.