The President's Daily Brief PDB Afternoon Bulletin | April 11th, 2025: China Signals No More Tariff Hikes After Latest Escalation & Bombshell Report Reveals The CCP's Role In Cyberattacks On US Infrastructure
Apr 11, 2025
Tensions escalate in the trade war as China responds to tariffs with a promise of no further increases. A secret meeting reveals the Chinese government’s admission to orchestrating cyberattacks against U.S. infrastructure, directly linked to America’s stance on Taiwan. Concerns about the economic implications are voiced by Chinese officials, alongside mixed sentiments from U.S. investors. Meanwhile, listeners get a taste of premium beef promotions and a push towards healthier lifestyles with a new fitness initiative.
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Trade War Escalation
- China retaliated against Trump's tariffs, raising rates on US goods.
- However, they signaled this as their final escalation, ignoring further US tariff hikes.
China's Cyberattacks
- Chinese officials acknowledged in a secret meeting their government's role in cyberattacks on US infrastructure.
- These attacks, linked to the group Vault Typhoon, are supposedly in response to US support for Taiwan.