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US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline

2025-08-12
President Trump has signed an executive order extending the current tariff truce with China by another 90 days, moving the expiration date to November 10, 2025. The decision halts a planned escalation of tariffs—now capped at 30 percent on Chinese imports and 10 percent on US goods—in an effort to prevent economic disruption during the critical holiday trade season.
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Breaking Down the US-China Trade Tariffs: What’s in Effect Now?

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Both Washington and Beijing have emphasized the importance of maintaining economic stability and allowing more time for negotiations. Analysts see the extension as laying the groundwork for a potential Trump–Xi summit later this year.

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Everything You Need to Know About India’s Revised Income Tax Bill 2025

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2025 Vietnam Public Holidays Calendar

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The Vietnamese government has released the final 2025 public holidays calendar list, with directions for public offices and the private sector.

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Kuwait’s New Visa-on-Arrival and All Other Visa Types for Foreign Traveler

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Kuwait now offers visa-on-arrival to all GCC expats, alongside new e-visa options and entry requirements for tourism, business, and family visas.

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Legal Pathways to Acquire Land Use Rights in Vietnam for Foreign Enterprises

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Foreign investors should assess the legal pathways to secure land use rights in Vietnam through leasing, joint ventures, or M&A strategies.

US-China Tariff Truce Extended Another 90 Days: Implications for Businesses

08/12/2025

The US–China tariff truce got extended for another 90 days until November 10, 2025, delaying tariff hikes and offering short-term relief for supply chains.

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