President Joe Biden announced new tariffs on Chinese products, including Electric Vehicles (EVs). Some Chinese companies plan to evade tariffs by rerouting production through countries like Mexico. U.S. Trade Representative is considering tariffs on products arriving from Mexico as it has become the largest source of imports to the U.S. The tariffs aim to protect American workers and manufacturing base from China.
Key Points
President Biden announced new tariffs on Chinese products, including Electric Vehicles (EVs)
Some Chinese companies plan to evade tariffs by rerouting production through countries like Mexico
U.S. considering tariffs on products from Mexico, the largest source of imports to the U.S
Tariffs aim to protect American workers and manufacturing base from China
Pros
Protecting American workers and manufacturing base from China
Creating fair trade practices
Cons
Possible evasion of tariffs by rerouting production through other countries
Complex trade relationships between the U.S., China, and other countries