Trump Says 80% China Tariff ‘Seems Right,’ Ahead of Talks

Trump Says 80% Tariff on China ‘Seems Right’ Ahead of Negotiations

Provide news feedback or report an error

Confidential tip?

Send a tip to our reporters

Site feedback:

Take our Survey

By Skylar Woodhouse

May 9, 2025 at 11:36 AM UTC

Updated on

May 10, 2025 at 12:50 AM UTC

This article is for subscribers only.

Supply Lines is a daily newsletter that tracks global trade. Sign up here.

President Donald Trump floated an 80% tariff on China ahead of negotiations due to begin Saturday as he urged Beijing to do more to open their markets to US goods.