Trump Offers Tariff Relief to China if TikTok Deal Is Approved
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- 5 days ago
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Summary
U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested that China could receive tariff relief if it approves a deal regarding TikTok’s future in the U.S.
The announcement comes as the deadline for a TikTok deal looms, with the company facing pressure to find a non-Chinese buyer by April 5.
This move is part of Trump’s broader strategy to use tariffs as a tool in international negotiations, including resolving the ongoing tensions over the popular app.
As the deadline for a potential resolution on TikTok approaches, U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that China could see a reduction in tariffs if it approves a sale of the app. This offer, made in a statement aboard Air Force One, comes as part of an ongoing negotiation process regarding the future of TikTok, which has been caught in the middle of U.S.-China trade tensions.