Trump's tariff strategy provokes Chinese countermeasure with new import taxes

Trump's tariff strategy provokes Chinese countermeasure with new import taxes

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The video discusses the escalating trade tensions between the US and China, as new American tariffs on Chinese imports take effect. The European Commission's president aims to initiate negotiations with the US, while President Trump plans to engage in dialogue with Beijing. In response, China is retaliating against the US tariffs, which impose an additional 10% cost on American companies importing Chinese goods.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event is causing a potential trade conflict between the US and China?

A new trade agreement

A diplomatic meeting

An American tariff on Chinese imports

A joint economic summit

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

Who expressed a desire to start negotiations with the US early?

The President of China

The President of the European Commission

The US Secretary of State

The Prime Minister of the UK

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is President Trump's plan regarding Beijing?

To impose more tariffs

To engage in a dialogue

To visit China

To cancel all trade agreements

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage increase must American companies pay on Chinese imports due to the new tariffs?

10%

5%

15%

20%

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is China responding to the new American tariffs?

By reducing exports

By increasing tariffs on American goods

By imposing sanctions

By negotiating a new trade deal