The Wall Street Journal: U.S. isn’t ready to lift tariffs against China, new trade representative says

WASHINGTON — The U.S. isn’t ready to lift tariffs on Chinese imports in the near future, but might be open to trade negotiations with Beijing, according to U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai.

In her first interview since Senate confirmation, Tai said she recognized that the tariffs can exact a toll on U.S. businesses and consumers, though proponents have said they also help shield companies from subsidized foreign competition.

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March 29, 2021 at 08:55AM
Bob Davis,  Yuka Hayashi
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