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Discover the latest updates and insights with "Taiwan Tariff Tracker," your go-to daily podcast for all things related to the tariffs imposed on Taiwan by the Trump administration and current U.S. policies. Stay informed with expert analyses, in-depth discussions, and breaking news that impact the Taiwanese economy and global trade dynamics. Whether you're an industry professional, a policymaker, or simply curious about international trade, "Taiwan Tariff Tracker" delivers the reliable information you need to understand this complex issue. Tune in every day for comprehensive coverage and thoughtful perspectives on how these tariffs shape the economic landscape.
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14 NOV 2025 · Welcome back to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker. I'm your host, and today we're breaking down some significant developments in US-Taiwan trade negotiations that just unfolded this week.
The Trump administration is actively accelerating tariff talks with Taiwan, with negotiations focused on what officials are calling the "Taiwan model." According to Taiwan's Executive Yuan spokeswoman Michelle Lee, Taipei is seeking a substantial reduction of the current 20 percent tariff imposed by the US, while working to ensure this rate won't be added on top of existing most-favored-nation tariffs.
Here's what makes this interesting for listeners: the Trump administration is reportedly eyeing an investment figure that would fall between South Korea's 350 billion dollars and Japan's 550 billion dollars. The Taiwan model differs from those deals because it's driven by individual companies' international branching strategies, not a government-directed plan. Taiwanese firms would invest in the US to get closer to clients and boost competitiveness, while the government provides financial and credit guarantee support.
One critical element in these negotiations is semiconductor tariffs. Lee emphasized that tariff exemptions or reductions for semiconductors and chip-related products are essential for Taiwanese companies to make these US investments. Taiwan is also working to secure most-favorable-nation treatment under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act as Washington conducts a national security investigation into semiconductor imports.
In related news, the US just approved its first military sale under the current Trump administration. On November 13th, Washington notified Congress of a 330 million dollar sale to Taiwan of non-standard spare and repair parts for aircraft. Taiwan's Presidential Office expressed gratitude for this move, noting it strengthens the cooperative security relationship between the two countries.
It's worth noting that tariff rates across the board have climbed dramatically. According to recent data, US tariff revenue exceeded 30 billion dollars per month as of September 2025, compared to under 10 billion monthly in 2024. The average applied US tariff rate spiked from 2.5 percent in January to an estimated 27 percent by April, marking the highest level in over a century.
For Taiwan's economy, these negotiations carry significant weight. The island is balancing requests for tariff relief while potentially committing to substantial new investments in America. The negotiations are still in their early stages, with both sides preparing groundwork for detailed discussions.
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10 NOV 2025 · Listeners, today on Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker, we're bringing you the latest headlines circling US tariff rates, President Trump, and Taiwan as of November 10, 2025. Tariffs are once again taking center stage in trans-Pacific trade discourse, catching the attention of policymakers, businesses, and every industry relying on smooth movement of goods.
According to the Good Men Project, President Trump’s administration imposed a sweeping 10 percent baseline tariff on nearly all US imports back in April, with reciprocal tariff rates climbing to as much as 50 percent for over sixty countries. Taiwan stands out, with current US tariff rates set at 20 percent for Taiwanese exports, as reported by The Watchdog Online. But here’s the news shaking up markets: Chang Chien-yi, of Taiwan's economic forecasting body speaking to OCAC News, anticipates an imminent adjustment to a 15 percent tariff, aligning Taiwan with recent reductions granted to South Korea. Negotiations are active, but no formal announcement has arrived just yet.
Listeners should note that the Trump administration continues to leverage aggressive tariffs to gain negotiating power, especially across the broader Asia-Pacific region. At the recent APEC forum in Gyeongju, headline deals saw President Trump cut tariffs for both China—from 57 percent to 47 percent—and Korea—from 25 percent to 15 percent—in exchange for major market access concessions and investment promises. However, US officials are adamant that Taiwan is not being used as a bargaining chip in China talks. Senator Marco Rubio, speaking to the Straits Times, reaffirmed the US commitment to Taiwan, stressing that no trade-offs are being made to secure deals with Beijing.
Against this backdrop, local Taiwanese analysts, according to a forthcoming post-APEC analysis by the Center for Strategic and International Studies, warn that tariff policy is now tied not only to economics but to its potential ripple effects on regional security and Washington’s credibility in East Asia. Businesses in Taiwan are especially focused on where tariffs will settle, with OCAC News highlighting ongoing hopes for clarity around a 15 percent rate—a move that could help stabilize technology exports and investment outlooks for the island.
Until negotiators finalize terms, the future of Taiwan’s tariff rate remains on edge and so does the rapidly evolving tech-driven trade relationship between Washington and Taipei. For now, listeners and tariff watchers should stay tuned.
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9 NOV 2025 · Welcome to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker, your audio source for the latest developments shaping trade between Taiwan and the United States. Today, November 9th, 2025, we explore a rapidly shifting global tariff landscape, headline negotiations, and the Trump administration’s impact on U.S.-Taiwan economic ties.
As of this fall, tariffs have moved to the center of U.S. economic policy, with President Trump’s administration maintaining a sweeping framework of duties. According to the Good Men Project, a 10 percent baseline tariff was imposed on nearly all U.S. imports back in April, but reciprocal rates have hit up to 50 percent with more than sixty countries targeted. Specific product categories, most notably semiconductors, have faced rumors of duties as high as 300 percent, reflecting the tense global environment for critical tech supply chains.
For Taiwan, speculation and negotiation continue. The Watchdog Online reports that Taiwan is deeply engaged in talks with Washington over current tariffs, which stand—according to multiple sources—at a rate of 20 percent for Taiwanese exports to the United States. Chang Chien-yi of Taiwan’s economic forecasting body, as reported by OCAC News, stated this week that he expects an adjustment to 15 percent, matching recent reductions offered to South Korea and reflecting ongoing hopes that the U.S. will ease punitive levies as a gesture to strengthen trans-Pacific partnerships.
Despite these signals, the Trump administration has largely maintained its policy of aggressive tariffs for leverage in broader Asia-Pacific negotiations. Recent summits, such as the APEC forum in Gyeongju, saw President Trump conclude whirlwind meetings and secure headline deals with both China and Korea—slashing tariffs on Chinese exports from 57 percent to 47 percent and Korean rates from 25 percent to 15 percent in exchange for substantial market access and investment promises.
However, Taiwan’s status is uniquely fraught. While White House officials have emphasized that no trade-offs on Taiwan are being made in negotiations with China, Senator Marco Rubio told the Straits Times that the United States will not abandon Taiwan for the sake of a China deal, reaffirming America’s distinct security and economic relationship with the island.
Still, as the Center for Strategic and International Studies will debate in tomorrow’s post-APEC analysis, Trump’s meeting with Xi Jinping has injected fresh uncertainty into cross-Strait relations. Many Taiwanese analysts believe that U.S. tariff policies are now shaped not just by trade calculus, but by their potential impact on regional security and America’s credibility in East Asia.
For Taiwanese businesses, the near-term focus is where tariffs will land. OCAC News highlights that negotiators expect clarity on a 15 percent rate—a figure that would offer moderate relief and signal Washington’s commitment to stability with its key Indo-Pacific technology partner. Until a formal announcement is made, tariff watchers remain on edge.
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7 NOV 2025 · Welcome to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker. It’s Friday, November 7, 2025, and leading today’s episode is sweeping change in global trade as President Donald Trump’s second term brings wide-reaching tariffs that are shaking up Taiwan–United States relations.
According to Wikipedia’s summary of the 2025 tariff surge, President Trump imposed steep tariffs across nearly all U.S. imports after taking office for his second term, driving the average applied U.S. tariff rate from 2.5% to as high as 27% by April, the highest in over a century. These rates settled to about 17.9% by September, but the aggressive actions set off a global wave of trade retaliation, negotiations, and economic uncertainty.
Taiwan was not spared. On April 2, Trump announced a new “reciprocal tariff” of 32% on Taiwanese goods, though notably, semiconductor products—the crown jewel of Taiwan’s export economy—were excluded. Trump’s administration justified the move by criticizing Taiwan for what he called “unfair dominance” in chips and for not shouldering enough defense spending. The Taiwanese government publicly labeled these tariffs “unreasonable” but refrained from direct retaliation, instead offering to boost imports from the U.S. and to drop its tariffs on American goods.
Within Taiwan’s political scene, this sparked fierce debate. The opposition Kuomintang claimed these U.S. tariffs undercut President Lai Ching-te’s pro-Washington policy, warning they exposed the government’s lack of preparedness. In practical terms, Premier Cho Jung-tai convened parliament in April, unveiling an NT$88 billion plan to stabilize Taiwan’s economy and industries. Kao Shien-quey, deputy head of the National Development Council, warned that if U.S. tariffs ever returned to peak levels, the manufacturing sector could face a 5 percent drop in production value.
Negotiations did follow. By August, President Trump and Taiwan agreed to a preliminary deal: a 20% “reciprocal tariff” would be applied to Taiwanese exports to the U.S.—except semiconductors. Taiwan’s Office of Trade and Economic Affairs confirmed that while these talks continue, industries like traditional manufacturing, agriculture, and fisheries are bracing for potentially severe losses, as the 20% charge stacks on top of the usual Most-Favored-Nation rates for many sectors.
Amid these risks, U.S. trade data released by First Trust Advisors shows Taiwan’s effective tariff rate as of July 2025 was 1.8%, much lower than China’s 44.1%, but the new 20% figure signals a major change for key Taiwanese exporters.
Political fallout is ongoing. Some business lobbies, including the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan, are calling for the U.S. to roll back its import taxes, hoping further negotiations can soften the blow of these tariffs.
For listeners tracking headlines this week, Trump’s tariff authority is also under scrutiny by the U.S. Supreme Court, raising new questions over how enduring or volatile these trade barriers might be.
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5 NOV 2025 · Listeners, today is November 5th, 2025, and you’re tuned in to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker, your latest update on tariffs, trade headlines, and the latest on US, Trump, and specifically, Taiwan.
The Trump administration's aggressive tariff policies, initiated in the spring and amended through the year, have brought the average US tariff rate up to between 15 and 20 percent, with President Trump threatening a further increase to the baseline reciprocal rate in July. According to the Trade Compliance Resource Hub, as of today, most trading partners, including those in Asia, face a baseline 10% tariff, and all shipments that previously enjoyed the de minimis exemption now face full duties. A special 40% transshipment penalty applies when goods are found to be rerouted through third countries to avoid tariffs.
While a majority of recent headlines focused on the back-and-forth with China – highlighted by last week's handshake agreement between Trump and Xi Jinping, pausing further threats of 100% tariffs and suspending new port fees on Chinese shipping – Taiwan is also in the tariff crosshairs. TD Economics points out that US tariffs are not only squeezing China, but virtually all trading partners, including Taiwan, with the US effective tariff rate jumping to around 17% this year. For Taiwan specifically, the data reveals a significant surge in US imports of Taiwanese goods, especially manufactured items like machinery and electronics, in early 2025. This was in part US businesses racing to stockpile Taiwanese goods before higher tariffs hit and supply chains became more uncertain.
Listeners should note that while much of the world’s attention is on US-China relations, Taiwan has emerged as one of the top sources of US imports affected by the new tariffs. TD Economics states that Taiwan, alongside Switzerland, leads recent growth in US import volumes – driven by American companies' rush to secure essential technology and electronics supplies from Taiwanese manufacturers as trade uncertainty ramps up.
Grant Thornton and other trade experts stress that though the US and China recently announced a one-year tariff ceasefire and paused some technology and agricultural sector escalations, this détente does not extend to Taiwan. There are no exemptions or suspensions for Taiwanese goods, meaning the reciprocal tariffs, and any future increases, remain in full effect for Taiwan’s exports to the US.
On the political front, Pearls and Irritations highlights that President Trump made headlines this week when he remarked he does not envision a military conflict over Taiwan, arguing that, in his assessment, the appetite for such escalation simply is not there in Beijing. Despite this, economic pressure and tariff policy remain central to the US position on Taiwan-related trade.
In summary, Taiwan continues to be a major player in US imports, bearing the brunt of broad-based tariff hikes set by the Trump administration. The current US baseline tariff rate on most goods remains at 10%, and a threatened increase to as high as 20% could arrive at any time, with no specific exemptions on the horizon for Taiwanese products.
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3 NOV 2025 · Welcome to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker, bringing you the latest developments on tariffs, trade, and U.S.–Taiwan relations under the Trump administration.
Over the past week, trade headlines have been dominated by President Donald Trump’s ongoing tariff strategy and its impact on Asia, with particular attention to Taiwan. On November 2, President Trump emphasized aboard Air Force One that tariffs remain a cornerstone of U.S. national security, stating “if we don’t have tariffs, we don’t have national security.” He also linked the Supreme Court’s upcoming tariff case directly to America’s economic and military strength according to CBS’s “60 Minutes” interview and coverage by ABC News.
Tariff rates continue to be a pivotal issue. The White House recently announced that the overall U.S. tariff rate on Chinese imports will drop from about 57% to 47% following talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping last Thursday in South Korea. Compared to the spring’s spike that reached a peak of 135%—termed “Liberation Day”—this reduction is substantial but still far higher than the tariff levels seen at the end of Trump’s first term in 2021. According to reporting from dominotheory.com, this “Busan agreement” resets U.S.–China relations after months of tension, but maintains an elevated tariff environment that shapes the trade landscape for American and Taiwanese businesses.
Despite the focus on trade, the issue of Taiwan’s security remains deeply intertwined with these economic policies. Both CBS and ABC News report that President Trump received clear assurances from China’s Xi that Beijing would not take action regarding Taiwan while Trump remains in office. Trump highlighted, “He has openly said...‘We would never do anything while President Trump is president,’ because they know the consequences.” While Trump did not elaborate on what those consequences might be, this public deterrence has been widely noted by global analysts. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also commented that the U.S. is ready to raise tariffs further should China fail to honor its commitment to lift restrictions on rare earth exports that might impact Taiwan and U.S. industries.
Looking ahead, the Supreme Court is set to rule on limits to presidential tariff power, which could reshape future policy tools for Trump and his successors. As reported by Euronews, the case may challenge Trump’s unprecedented approach, but the administration remains confident that current tariffs will stay in place.
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2 NOV 2025 · Welcome to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker. Today is November 2, 2025, and we’re bringing listeners the latest on US-Taiwan tariffs and all the key headlines.
The dominant story remains Washington’s imposition earlier this year of a 32 percent reciprocal tariff on most Taiwanese exports, a move announced by President Trump in April and described by President Lai as a “major challenge” for Taiwan’s economy. However, the tariff notably excludes semiconductors, which are Taiwan’s chief export to the US and crucial to American tech and AI ambitions. According to President Lai, these tariffs reflect the Trump administration’s focus on addressing the US fiscal deficit and its strategy to reindustrialize and secure advanced supply chains. Instead of confrontation, Lai has said Taiwan aims to negotiate, seeking to reduce tariffs through new trade agreements, and pursuing collaborative investment and procurement initiatives designed to ease the trade deficit and reinforce US-Taiwan cooperation.
The 32 percent tariff increase stands in sharp contrast to the Trump administration’s more lenient 10 percent tariff on Chinese goods and exemptions for USMCA partners, but it follows increasing rhetoric from Trump and his advisors about alleged “unfair dominance” by Taiwan in the semiconductor sector and calls for Taiwan to spend more on its own defense. In response, Taiwan’s government has introduced NT$93 billion in support for affected industries, plus a broader NT$410 billion long-term development budget that targets areas like employment, livelihood protection, and economic resilience. The government is also encouraging outbound investment, especially in North America, as Taiwan pivots to reduce dependence on China — whose share of Taiwanese exports dropped from nearly 44 percent in 2020 to about 32 percent in 2024.
Industry impact has been immediate yet nuanced. The Taiwan Institute of Economic Research reports September manufacturing sentiment rebounding to pre-tariff levels as New Taiwan dollar depreciation and expectations of US rate cuts have eased some pessimism. The tech sector, still buoyed by strong AI and electronics demand, is maintaining growth momentum, though negotiations between Taipei and Washington on lowering the new tariff rates remain at a standstill.
Meanwhile, at the APEC summit in South Korea last week, Taiwan’s representative Lin Hsin-i met with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to discuss technology, supply chain security, and the future of chip industry cooperation. US officials were reportedly keen to listen to Taiwan’s strategic approach to building its semiconductor ecosystem. Lin confirmed that, with the semiconductor sector largely carved out from the new tariffs, broader exports remain subject to a 20 percent rate for now as talks continue.
In the wider region, Trump’s heavy tariffs and shifting alliances have accelerated realignment. Tokyo, Seoul, and Beijing are intensifying regional talks aimed at stability, while US-Taiwan ties are increasingly defined by high-stakes tech and defense interests. The broader trade environment remains uncertain, but the message from Taipei is one of resilience, adaptation, and determination to turn tariff challenges into new opportunities.
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31 OCT 2025 · Welcome to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker. I'm bringing you the latest developments in US-Taiwan trade negotiations as they unfold this week.
Taiwan's top trade negotiator Jenni Yang met with US Deputy Trade Representative Rick Switzer on Thursday at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in South Korea. The two officials exchanged views on strengthening economic and trade relations, and according to Taiwan's delegation, technical consultations for Taiwan-US reciprocal trade negotiations have been largely finalized, with document exchanges now underway.
Vice Premier Cheng Li-chiun confirmed yesterday that both sides are building consensus through these written documents, with the goal of finalizing a formal agreement after the APEC meeting concludes. The negotiations have focused on several key areas. Taiwan's team has been consulting with the US Trade Representative and Department of Commerce about trade balance and supply chain cooperation. They're seeking reciprocal tariff reductions that don't stack on top of existing most favored nation rates and preferential treatment for more than 232 tariff items.
Right now, Taiwan's exports to the United States face a 20 percent tariff, though semiconductors, a key Taiwanese export, remain excluded from these duties. Analysts are speculating that if current trends continue, Taiwan's equivalent tariff rate on exports to the US could drop from the temporary 20 percent down to 15 percent in the coming months.
This progress with Taiwan comes as the Trump administration simultaneously reaches a trade truce with China. On October 30th, President Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea and announced he would cut tariffs on Chinese exports from 57 percent down to 47 percent in exchange for various Chinese concessions, including restrictions on fentanyl precursor chemicals and agreements to purchase American agricultural products and energy.
Notably, according to Trump, Taiwan was not discussed during the Trump-Xi meeting. When asked about the topic, Trump stated it never came up and was not discussed. Chinese Foreign Minister Guo Jiakun stressed that China's reunification is unstoppable and cautioned countries against maintaining diplomatic ties with Taiwan authorities.
For listeners focused on Taiwan's economic future, these developments are significant. The ongoing negotiations represent Taiwan's bid to reduce trade barriers and expand its economic relationship with the United States at a critical moment in US-China relations.
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29 OCT 2025 · Today on Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker, we’re zeroing in on the latest developments in U.S. trade policy under President Trump and what it all means for Taiwan—especially as tariffs continue to shape global supply chains and the economic relationship between Taipei and Washington.
Headlining the week is President Trump’s announcement that tariffs on China could shoot up to 155% if an agreement isn’t reached by November 1st this year. According to Flexport, the White House is considering a sweeping 100% tariff hike on top of existing duties, affecting a broad swath of Chinese imports and further pressuring the Asia-Pacific trade ecosystem. This sharp pivot comes as a national security tactic, aiming to protect American manufacturing, with particular weight placed on critical sectors like heavy trucks and pharmaceuticals—unless companies move manufacturing stateside, in which case some exemptions kick in.
While attention is focused on China, listeners in Taiwan should pay close attention to how the new U.S. tariffs are shifting global trade patterns. The Economic Times reports that between April and July of 2025, the U.S. actually saw a steep rise in its trade deficit with Taiwan—jumping from 22 billion dollars to 48 billion dollars—even as the overall national deficit shrank. This suggests that while tariffs may be reducing direct reliance on China, the U.S. is now turning to partners like Taiwan, Vietnam, and Mexico to fill supply chain gaps. In July, Taiwan cemented its role as a major U.S. trade partner, contributing to the growing deficit as American companies diversify away from mainland suppliers.
On the eve of a critical summit between President Trump and China’s President Xi Jinping, Taiwan’s security and trade future are reportedly front and center alongside global tariff policy, according to Interaksyon. With trade and Taiwan still at the top of the agenda six years after the last such summit, these negotiations could have ripple effects throughout the Taiwanese tech and manufacturing sectors.
Meanwhile, customs revenue has soared with the implementation of these elevated duties, with EFG International putting the effective U.S. tariff rate at nearly 12% by the second quarter of 2025, up dramatically from 1.6% in early 2018. This rapid escalation speaks to the scale of trade disruptions faced by all U.S. partners, including Taiwan.
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27 OCT 2025 · Welcome to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker. Today is October 27, 2025.
On April 2, 2025, President Trump announced a significant change in US trade policy by imposing a 32 percent reciprocal tariff on Taiwanese goods, with the exception of semiconductor products, which are the backbone of Taiwan’s exports. Taiwan’s government swiftly called these tariffs unreasonable but chose the path of negotiation over retaliation, offering to increase imports from the United States and remove all tariffs on American goods to defuse tensions, as reported by Spreaker.
The announcement ignited heated debate in Taiwan’s political sphere. The Kuomintang party attacked President Lai Ching-te’s alignment with the US, warning the tariffs could be a major setback for Taiwan’s economy. Premier Cho Jung-tai responded by unveiling an 88 billion New Taiwan dollar rescue initiative to shore up the economy and protect impacted industries. According to the National Development Council’s analysis, a full implementation of the new tariffs could push Taiwan’s manufacturing output down by as much as 5 percent.
After several months of complicated negotiation, a preliminary trade deal was reached on August 1, 2025, resulting in a reduction of the reciprocal tariff to 20 percent for Taiwanese goods entering the US, with this rate taking effect on August 7. Taiwanese officials say negotiations are continuing, as the deal stipulates that Taiwan must still pay the existing Most-Favored-Nation tariff applicable to each sector, meaning many goods will face a tariff total of 20 percent plus the industry-specific MFN rate. This hits Taiwan’s traditional industries and agricultural producers especially hard.
In response, Taiwan launched a NT$46 billion (about US$1.5 billion) relief program to help industries suffering from the increased tariffs, according to DigiTimes. The information and electronics sector, which makes up over 70 percent of Taiwan’s exports, is less affected, thanks to the exclusion of semiconductors from the tariff list.
On the diplomatic front, the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan has publicly urged US authorities to reconsider and lift tariffs on Taiwanese goods, emphasizing the mutual benefits of fair market access. Both governments are working towards a finalized agreement that would see Taiwan dropping tariffs on almost all American products, including agricultural and food goods, while the US continues to maintain the 20 percent reciprocal rate but may identify some products for zero tariffs under the new framework.
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This is your Taiwan Tariff Tracker podcast. Discover the latest updates and insights with "Taiwan Tariff Tracker," your go-to daily podcast for all things related to the tariffs imposed on...
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This is your Taiwan Tariff Tracker podcast.
Discover the latest updates and insights with "Taiwan Tariff Tracker," your go-to daily podcast for all things related to the tariffs imposed on Taiwan by the Trump administration and current U.S. policies. Stay informed with expert analyses, in-depth discussions, and breaking news that impact the Taiwanese economy and global trade dynamics. Whether you're an industry professional, a policymaker, or simply curious about international trade, "Taiwan Tariff Tracker" delivers the reliable information you need to understand this complex issue. Tune in every day for comprehensive coverage and thoughtful perspectives on how these tariffs shape the economic landscape.
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Discover the latest updates and insights with "Taiwan Tariff Tracker," your go-to daily podcast for all things related to the tariffs imposed on Taiwan by the Trump administration and current U.S. policies. Stay informed with expert analyses, in-depth discussions, and breaking news that impact the Taiwanese economy and global trade dynamics. Whether you're an industry professional, a policymaker, or simply curious about international trade, "Taiwan Tariff Tracker" delivers the reliable information you need to understand this complex issue. Tune in every day for comprehensive coverage and thoughtful perspectives on how these tariffs shape the economic landscape.
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