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As of April 2025, U.S.–China tensions have escalated sharply, fueled by a new wave of trade measures and geopolitical friction. The United States has imposed sweeping tariffs, including a 34% levy specifically targeting Chinese imports, effectively raising the overall tariff rate on Chinese goods to 54%. In response, China enacted equivalent tariffs on U.S. products and suspended talks related to the sale of TikTok. Additionally, China has restricted exports of critical rare earth elements, essential to sectors like defense and advanced electronics. These retaliatory moves have disrupted global supply chains and introduced renewed uncertainty across global markets. Analysts warn that the intensifying trade conflict could have lasting repercussions for international economic stability and global trade dynamics.