Trump wants to avoid tariffs on China despite maintaining threats

Source Cryptopolitan

President Donald Trump admitted tariffs represent a powerful economic tool against China, but he would not use them. In his latest comments, Trump has softened his position on trade restrictions while continuing to threaten China as the world’s second-largest economy.

During an interview with Fox News Sean Hannity, President Trump declared since China fears US tariffs the most, they represent “one immense power over China” and “they don’t want them,” yet he’d “rather not have to use it.”

Throughout his tenure, Trump employed tariffs to pressure countries both as friends and competitors while attempting to promote domestic funding through the extra income.

During his second day, Trump threatened to impose a 10% tariff on China from February 1st because he blamed the country for allowing fentanyl to reach U.S. borders.

China faces gentler threats from Trump.

According to a Bloomberg report, market watchers improved Trump’s most recent comments. Now, China faces gentler threats from America compared to past declarations despite ongoing warnings from Trump.

The extreme 60% tariff plans he introduced to Chinese exports during his campaign met with opposition from economists who worried about U.S.-China trade destruction.

The Chinese yuan strengthened after Trump spoke during the 2016 presidential debates. Against the dollar, it rose 0.3% offshore and 0.2% onshore.

During the positive market response, Chinese stocks improved through a 1% rise in the CSI 300 Index, while Hong Kong-listed shares received a 2% increase.

Trump made friendly comments about China and its President Xi Jinping, saying Xi was like a “friend” despite his hardline views on trade issues.

Trump rated their interaction as positive and retained pleasant memories of their interaction before the pandemic. Mr. Trump explained that both China and its leader, Xi, are “very ambitious.”

Chang Shu, the Chief Asia economist says, “It’s hard to know exactly what US President Donald Trump was getting at with his latest comments on China tariffs. That said, it’s difficult to see Trump backing down from his tariff threats.”

Trump threatens massive tariffs for Russia.

In the wide-ranging conversation, Trump warned the Russian Federation could face “massive tariffs” and “big sanctions” if it fails to end its ongoing war with Ukraine. He said, “It should end immediately.”

Trump condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin while simultaneously criticizing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for his initial responses to the conflict by calling him “no angel.”

Trump referred to Iranian leaders as “religious zealots” as he appreciated North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. He said the North Korean leader was a “smart guy,” and he would like to negotiate with him.

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