In a dramatic escalation of trade hostilities, US President Donald Trump on 10 October 2025 announced a sweeping new measure: an additional 100% tariff on all Chinese imports. The tariffs, which will come into effect from 1 November, or sooner if Beijing proceeds with what Trump called “aggressive” trade policies, raise the total US tariff on Chinese goods to a staggering 130%.

The announcement, which coincides with new American export controls targeting critical software, marks one of the most aggressive trade actions taken in recent US history.

In a statement posted on Truth Social, Trump described China’s export restrictions as a “hostile act” requiring a strong American response.

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