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Trade war

US tariffs: Why the People's Republic retaliates a little

China is not backing down in the trade dispute with the US, but is also showing that it is willing to compromise. Beijing obviously hopes to strike a deal with Trump after all. Much now depends on the announced telephone call between Trump and Xi Jinping.

By Redaktion Table

Fentanyl

Tariffs: China rejects responsibility for fentanyl problem in the US

Washington sees Beijing as one of the main culprits for the USA's fentanyl problem. As a result, an additional ten percent import duty will apply to all Chinese exports to the country from Tuesday. China reacts with pique and recommends that the USA look for other solutions.

By Marcel Grzanna

US special tariffs: Why a tariff race with China is now looming

The USA wants to limit its trade deficit with China by imposing drastic special tariffs. On Tuesday, the White House announced 100 percent on Chinese e-cars and 50 percent on semiconductors and solar modules. Scholz continues to reject punitive tariffs.

By Christiane Kuehl