The Beijing Hour

China announces tariffs on U.S. energy products

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Feb 4, 2025
Lamin Fatih, a Gambian agricultural expert and lecturer, shares insights on the escalating trade tensions between China and the U.S., particularly focusing on China's new tariffs on American energy products. He discusses the effects on the Gambian economy, emphasizing the need for sustainable agricultural practices amid these global shifts. Lamin also highlights the promising collaboration between China and The Gambia, addressing food security challenges and the positive steps towards gender equality in agriculture, showing how these efforts could transform local communities.
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INSIGHT

China's Tariff Response

  • China announced tariffs on specific U.S. imports like coal, LNG, and vehicles.
  • This comes after U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff hike on all goods from China.
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Expert Analysis on Tariffs

  • Professor Zhiguohe believes China's tariff response is measured and symbolic.
  • He predicts U.S. inflation concerns and a potential fight between the White House and the Fed.
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Chinese Box Office Boom

  • Chinese moviegoers set new records with 170M+ cinema visits during Spring Festival.
  • Box office revenue exceeded $1.2B USD, led by films like "Detective Chinatown 1900."
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