As of April 17, 2025, President Donald Trump has intensified the U.S.–China trade conflict by imposing tariffs up to 245% on Chinese imports, citing China’s insufficient action against fentanyl trafficking. In response, China has rejected U.S. demands and retaliated with its own tariffs and restrictions on American companies .
China’s government has dismissed the U.S. tariff measures as irrational and has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization, accusing the U.S. of violating international trade rules . Additionally, China has appointed a new trade negotiator, Li Chenggang, replacing Wang Shouwen, signaling a potential shift in its approach to trade negotiations.
Despite these developments, President Trump has expressed that he is “in no rush” to end the tariffs, emphasizing that they are enriching the U.S. and implying leverage in trade negotiations.