China has unveiled a countermeasure plan to bolster its domestic economy and protect people and businesses from the impact of US tariffs, including exempting certain US products from 125% tariffs currently imposed on all US imports.
China Unveils Plan to Counter Economic Impact of US Trade War
A readout from a meeting of the Chinese politburo has announced a series of interventions aimed at bolstering the domestic economy and protecting people and businesses from the impact of US tariffs. The plan, which was discussed during a meeting convened on Friday, includes measures such as increasing unemployment insurance payouts, boosting low and middle-income earners, and developing the service industry.
According to reports, Chinese authorities are considering exempting certain US products from the 125% tariffs currently imposed on all US imports. These exemptions include medical equipment, semiconductors, and industrial chemicals such as ethane. The move is seen as a positive sign that both sides are reviewing tariffs and starting to produce lists of excluded items.
The US-China trade war refers to a series of tariffs and counter-tariffs imposed by both countries on imported goods.
The conflict began in 2018 with US President Donald Trump imposing tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum exports.
China retaliated with tariffs on US agricultural products, sparking a prolonged trade dispute.
Key statistics include over $360 billion in tariffs imposed by the US and over $150 billion by China.
The trade war has had significant impacts on global supply chains, businesses, and consumers.
The trade war has had a significant impact on the US and Chinese economies, with the tariff exemptions being a likely indication that both parties are trying to ease their ways out of the conflict. However, there are still differing accounts on the status of negotiations between the two governments. Despite this, stock markets across the Asia-Pacific region rose after the reports.
Key Measures to Counter Economic Impact
The Chinese government has proposed several key measures to counter the economic impact of the US trade war. These include:
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These trends can be influenced by various factors, including economic indicators, company performance, and global events.
Identifying stock market trends is crucial for investors to make informed decisions about buying or selling stocks.
Key statistics show that 70% of stocks follow a trend for at least 10 days, while 90% of price movements occur within 20 trading days.
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- Increasing unemployment insurance payouts
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Boosting low and middle-income earners
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Developing the service industry
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Increasing housing stock
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Stepping up city renewal programs and urban renovation
These measures are aimed at providing support to enterprises in difficulties, strengthening financing support, and accelerating the integration of domestic and foreign trade.
Developments in US-China Trade Relations
Unemployment benefits provide financial assistance to individuals who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own.
Eligibility varies by country, but typically requires a minimum number of work hours and a valid reason for job loss.
Benefits usually last for a limited time, providing 26-30 weeks of payment, with amounts varying from $100-$600 per week.
Recipients must actively seek new employment and participate in job training programs to maintain benefits.
In the United States, unemployment insurance is funded by employers and administered by state governments.
The situation with US-China trade relations remains fluid. Despite reports that Chinese authorities are considering exempting certain US products from tariffs, there is still no clear indication of when or if negotiations between the two governments will resume. However, the tariff exemptions being considered are seen as a positive sign that both sides are trying to ease their ways out of the conflict.
The US had already exempted some categories of Chinese-made products from tariffs, including smartphones and laptops. The latest developments in US-China trade relations have led to an increase in stock markets across the Asia-Pacific region.
- theguardian.com | Xi announces plan for Chinese economy to counter impact of US trade war
