How did Singapore manage to dodge the U.S. tariff hammer? The truth is incredible!
Last night, when the new U.S. tariff policy was announced, the entire Southeast Asia was in an uproar. Countries like Vietnam and Cambodia, the new manufacturing powerhouses, faced a direct tax increase of 50%, and I bet the bosses are now jumping up and down in the conference room. But did you know? There is a country that not only came out unscathed but also made a perfect "10% for 10%" deal with the U.S.—that's right, it's Singapore!
This operation is simply impressive! While everyone else is trying to take advantage of the U.S., Singapore quietly thrives in business. This is not just luck; they really have the skills:
First, what they sell is high-end enough—not street market t-shirts, but hardcore products like chips, aircraft parts, and pharmaceutical materials. The U.S. wants to buy them but can't find alternatives; tariffs? Not a problem!
Second, Singapore conducts business with strict rules: no currency manipulation, no counterfeit goods, and no price wars. In the eyes of Americans, this makes them a reliable high-end supplier, who would dare to impose tariffs?
Even more impressive is Singapore's future layout: As a "cleaning expert": Let the goods from Southeast Asia and China first stop in Singapore, label them as "Made in Singapore," and then sell them to the U.S., collecting service fees while lying down! As a "digital bank": Leveraging their strong financial credibility, they help the world handle digital currency transactions and may become the "World Bank" for cryptocurrencies in the future. As a "water carrier master": conducting military exercises with the U.S. while doing business with China, skillfully navigating between the two—this balancing act is unique in the world!
So, Singapore has once again taught us a lesson: In this turbulent era, it’s not enough to just work hard; one must also know how to maneuver international rules. They have proven over 60 years that a small country can also be a "rule-maker"; that is real skill! #美国加征关税 Follow for more insights and knowledge.
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