Washington: In a dramatic escalation of trade hostilities, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on October 10 that a sweeping 100% tariff will be imposed on all imports from China, effective November 1, 2025. The new measure comes atop existing tariffs on Chinese goods and marks one of the most aggressive trade moves by the Trump administration to date. The announcement has sent shockwaves through global markets and heightened concerns about a potential disruption in international supply chains.

President Trump justified the tariffs by pointing to China’s recent restrictions on the export of rare earth minerals essential components for high-tech industries, defense systems, and electronics manufacturing. Trump described China’s actions as “extraordinarily aggressive” and accused Beijin

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