China & United States — United States Trade Representative
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China: China>>> is targeted with a higher 12.5% additional tariff, with its government denying forced labor allegations and calling for dialogue. The new tariffs could strain the recent truce between Donald Trump>>> and Xi Jinping>>>.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The United States — United States Trade Representative>>> (USTR) is the government agency responsible for conducting the investigations under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 and formally proposing the new tariffs. The USTR's findings and statements are central to this event.
Jun 02, 2026 · 125 articles
International
China: China opposed the 12.5% tariff as unilateral and harmful, while some exporters reported limited impact due to already reduced U.S. sales.
United States — United States Trade Representative: USTR conducted the forced labor investigation and implemented the tariffs, adding product exemptions and adjusting rates based on country actions.
Apr 20, 2026 · 318 articles
International
China: China is the target of the new tariff, which could impact its exports and economy, though it has refrained from immediate retaliation.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The USTR is responsible for implementing the Section 301 tariffs and has faced legal challenges to its authority.
Aug 24, 2026 · 7 articles
Regulatory
China: China is a major target of the tariffs, facing a 12.5% rate. It has urged the U.S. to withdraw them, risking trade tensions.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The USTR implemented the Section 301 tariffs and is defending them. Its actions are under legal scrutiny.
Jul 11, 2026 · 163 articles
International
China: Major buyer of Russian oil; faces potential 100% tariffs.
United States — United States Trade Representative: Will determine tariff rates and reassess top buyers.
Jul 10, 2026 · 311 articles
International
China: China is the target of the proposed tariff, facing potential penalties for alleged overcapacity. The move could hurt Chinese exporters and escalate trade friction with the US.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The USTR is involved in the tariff deliberations and Section 301 investigations, playing a key role in implementing trade policy.
Aug 24, 2026 · 12 articles
International
China: China is one of the few countries that retaliated against US tariffs, and faces its own trade tensions. It is also subject to forced-labor tariffs and other investigations.
United States — United States Trade Representative: USTR implemented the tariffs on Canada, Brazil, and other countries, and is leading negotiations. Its actions are central to the trade disputes.
Jul 16, 2026 · 305 articles
International
China: China is mentioned as a country whose goods the USMCA aims to block from benefiting from the agreement, and whose increasing market share in autos is a concern for North American automakers.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The United States — United States Trade Representative, led by Jamieson Greer, formally announced the decision not to renew the USMCA in its current form and is leading the bilateral negotiations with Mexico to address the agreement's shortcomings.
Apr 20, 2026 · 61 articles
Business
China: China's economy slowed to 4.3% GDP growth in Q2, missing forecasts, as weak domestic demand and property slump offset strong exports. The government faces pressure to stimulate but remains cautious on debt.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The USTR proposed a 12.5% tariff on imports from China following a forced labor investigation.
Jul 10, 2026 · 86 articles
International
China: China is another major buyer of Russian crude and could be subject to the tariffs, affecting its trade with the US.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The USTR, led by Jamieson Greer, would set the actual tariff rates if the bill becomes law.
Aug 11, 2026 · 12 articles
Regulatory
China: China was a target of the invalidated tariffs and is subject to new tariffs. The refunds do not directly affect China, but trade tensions persist.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The USTR prepared forced-labor findings that led to new tariffs on 54 countries, continuing the trade campaign.
Jul 23, 2026 · 34 articles
Domestic
China: China>>> is among the countries that would face a 12.5% additional tariff due to alleged forced labor imports.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The United States — United States Trade Representative>>> released a report proposing additional tariffs on products from various trading partners due to alleged forced labor imports, impacting international trade relations.
May 18, 2026 · 323 articles
International
China: China benefits from India-US trade impasse; India seeks tariff advantage over China.
United States — United States Trade Representative: USTR launched Section 301 investigations and proposed tariffs on India; engaged in negotiations.
Jul 08, 2026 · 52 articles
International
China: China>>> has been Brazil>>>'s biggest trading partner for a decade, and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva>>> indicated Brazil>>> would sell to China>>> if the United States>>> does not buy from them.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The United States — United States Trade Representative>>> is the agency responsible for conducting the Section 301 investigation into Brazil>>>'s trade practices and proposing the new 25% tariffs, acting under the direction of Donald Trump>>>.
Jun 02, 2026 · 20 articles
Regulatory
China: China is cited by industry groups as a reason to oppose forced source code disclosure, as it could benefit Chinese competitors.
United States — United States Trade Representative: USTR Jamieson Greer is the recipient of Warren's letter and will play a key role in negotiating USMCA terms.
Jul 23, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China is a major buyer of Russian oil and could face US tariffs under the bill, affecting its trade with the US.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The office is involved in the trade negotiations, with Jamieson Greer leading talks.
Aug 13, 2026 · 13 articles
International
China: China is among the 54 economies listed by the United States — United States Trade Representative that could face additional tariffs due to concerns about goods produced with forced labor.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The United States — United States Trade Representative is actively involved in finalizing the interim trade deal with India and has proposed additional tariffs on goods from 60 countries, including India, due to concerns about forced labor.
May 21, 2026 · 109 articles
International
China: China is mentioned as a precedent where the United States — United States Trade Representative used a Section 301 investigation to impose tariffs due to IP misappropriation and technology transfer practices.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The United States — United States Trade Representative opened the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's IP practices, identifying Vietnam as a priority country due to persistent failures in IP protection and enforcement.
May 27, 2026 · 17 articles
International
China: China is mentioned as a non-party whose free-riding is a concern; the U.S. aims to displace Asian components.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The USTR, led by Greer, is conducting the negotiations and seeking interim arrangements.
Jul 22, 2026 · 33 articles
Regulatory
China: China's Xinjiang region is cited as a source of forced labour risk for products like cotton and polysilicon.
United States — United States Trade Representative: USTR launched investigations and proposed tariffs on India and other countries.
Jul 14, 2026 · 21 articles
International
China: China was not directly involved but mentioned in context of geopolitical tensions.
United States — United States Trade Representative: USTR will help present a menu of Spanish products for potential embargo.
Apr 20, 2026 · 160 articles
International
United States — United States Trade Representative: The United States — United States Trade Representative's office is involved in the administration's trade plans, with its spokesperson not immediately responding to requests for comment on Donald Trump's new tariff plans.
Feb 20, 2026 · 48 articles
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