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Tariff uncertainty engulfs annual trade show in Hong Kong | CNN Business


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  • An annual global trade fair has kicked off in Hong Kong with no shortage of fanfare - featuring robots flexing, dazzling new products and excited crowds packing the convention halls.

The article from CNN, published on April 13, 2025, discusses the ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China, focusing on the impact of new US tariffs on Chinese goods. At the Hong Kong trade fair, Chinese exporters expressed concerns about the potential negative effects on their businesses, with some reporting already reduced orders from American buyers. The tariffs, which target a range of products including electronics and machinery, are part of a broader strategy by the US to address trade imbalances and intellectual property issues. Chinese officials at the fair criticized the tariffs as protectionist and detrimental to global trade, while also hinting at possible retaliatory measures. The article highlights the uncertainty and anxiety among Chinese businesses as they navigate the evolving trade landscape.

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[ https://www.cnn.com/2025/04/13/business/china-us-tariffs-hong-kong-trade-fair-intl-hnk/index.html ]