#TariffsPause A recent "tariffs pause" refers to a 90-day suspension of increased tariffs on most of the U.S.'s trading partners, excluding China. This decision, announced by the Trump administration around mid-April 2025, came shortly after the implementation of a blanket 10% tariff on imports from numerous countries.

While offering a temporary reprieve and a chance for negotiations, the pause notably coincided with a further increase in tariffs on Chinese goods, escalating trade tensions with Beijing. This move aimed to encourage other nations to negotiate trade agreements with the U.S. without the immediate pressure of higher tariffs, while maintaining a firm stance against China's trade practices.