China's Ministry of Commerce has described the latest U.S. tariff exemptions on select electronics as "a tiny step to fix its mistakes," urging Washington to take broader measures to dismantle trade barriers entirely. The statement, issued Sunday, follows a Friday announcement by U.S. Customs and Border Protection excluding items such as smartphones, computers, and semiconductors from global tariffs imposed under the Trump administration.
The ministry emphasized that China is "now examining the latest influence" of the exemptions, which also cover solar cells and memory cards. While acknowledging the move as a partial correction, Chinese officials reiterated calls for comprehensive reforms to resolve ongoing trade frictions.
The development comes as global businesses monitor cross-Pacific trade dynamics, particularly in critical tech sectors where supply chains remain deeply interconnected. Analysts suggest the targeted exemptions could provide temporary relief to electronics manufacturers but fall short of addressing systemic disputes.
