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title: "Trump had planned tougher trade actions on China, but had to reduce them due to certain reasons."
type: "News"
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url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/286296771.md"
description: "Upon assuming office, the president initially aimed to impose stricter trade measures on China compared to other nations. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, he has been compelled to reduce these actions."
datetime: "2026-05-13T17:00:47.000Z"
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# Trump had planned tougher trade actions on China, but had to reduce them due to certain reasons.

Upon assuming office, the president initially aimed to impose stricter trade measures on China compared to other nations. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, he has been compelled to reduce these actions.

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