#美国加征关税 Background and Purpose of U.S. Tariffs

In recent years, the United States has frequently imposed tariffs, particularly on Chinese goods, with the aim of protecting domestic industries and reducing the trade deficit. In 2018, the Trump administration imposed tariffs on hundreds of billions of dollars' worth of Chinese goods under the justification of 'unfair trade,' and the Biden administration has continued some of these policies. Supporters argue that tariffs can promote the return of manufacturing, but critics point out that they raise prices and harm consumer interests. The imposition of tariffs reflects U.S. dissatisfaction with global trade rules, but it has also intensified trade frictions and affected global economic stability. In the long run, unilateral tariff policies may undermine international cooperation, and differences need to be resolved through dialogue.