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Is this real (sent from Chinese contact)
U.S. to Cancel 10% “Section 301” Tariff on Chinese Goods; 24% Tariff to Be Suspended for One Year.
China and the U.S. to Implement Reciprocal Countermeasures.
Source: China Daily — October 30, 2025, 02:30 AM
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Background:
On October 30, the Ministry of Commerce spokesperson responded to questions from reporters regarding the economic and trade consultation arrangements between China and the United States.
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Key Points from the Press Briefing
1. The U.S. side will cancel the 10% “Section 301” tariff on Chinese goods (including those from Hong Kong and Macau). The 24% tariff rate will be suspended for one year. In return, China will take corresponding countermeasures to ensure balanced implementation.
2. The export control measures introduced by the U.S. on September 29—restricting exports by 50%—will be suspended for one year. Similarly, China will suspend its counter-control measures announced on October 9 for one year.
3. The two sides will temporarily suspend additional tariffs, logistics restrictions, and other trade barriers related to Section 301. The U.S. has agreed not to add new restrictions during this period, while China will suspend its response measures concerning TikTok-related issues.
4. The two sides reached a consensus through frank, pragmatic, and constructive communication. They agreed to strengthen macroeconomic coordination and promote mutual economic stability.
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Commentary
The Ministry of Commerce stated that this achievement reflects mutual respect and equality between China and the U.S., as well as a recognition of the importance of bilateral trade cooperation.
Through these consultations, both sides demonstrated willingness to find solutions and make progress. The Ministry noted that it was “not easy to achieve these results,” emphasizing that both parties will continue working to maintain stable trade relations, deepen mutual trust, and make future cooperation more pragmatic and predictable.
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Source: Ministry of Commerce website
Reporter: Bai Yilong
Editor: Shao Wenjie
Publisher: China Daily Official WeChat
U.S. to Cancel 10% “Section 301” Tariff on Chinese Goods; 24% Tariff to Be Suspended for One Year.
China and the U.S. to Implement Reciprocal Countermeasures.
Source: China Daily — October 30, 2025, 02:30 AM
⸻
Background:
On October 30, the Ministry of Commerce spokesperson responded to questions from reporters regarding the economic and trade consultation arrangements between China and the United States.
⸻
Key Points from the Press Briefing
1. The U.S. side will cancel the 10% “Section 301” tariff on Chinese goods (including those from Hong Kong and Macau). The 24% tariff rate will be suspended for one year. In return, China will take corresponding countermeasures to ensure balanced implementation.
2. The export control measures introduced by the U.S. on September 29—restricting exports by 50%—will be suspended for one year. Similarly, China will suspend its counter-control measures announced on October 9 for one year.
3. The two sides will temporarily suspend additional tariffs, logistics restrictions, and other trade barriers related to Section 301. The U.S. has agreed not to add new restrictions during this period, while China will suspend its response measures concerning TikTok-related issues.
4. The two sides reached a consensus through frank, pragmatic, and constructive communication. They agreed to strengthen macroeconomic coordination and promote mutual economic stability.
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Commentary
The Ministry of Commerce stated that this achievement reflects mutual respect and equality between China and the U.S., as well as a recognition of the importance of bilateral trade cooperation.
Through these consultations, both sides demonstrated willingness to find solutions and make progress. The Ministry noted that it was “not easy to achieve these results,” emphasizing that both parties will continue working to maintain stable trade relations, deepen mutual trust, and make future cooperation more pragmatic and predictable.
⸻
Source: Ministry of Commerce website
Reporter: Bai Yilong
Editor: Shao Wenjie
Publisher: China Daily Official WeChat