Modifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates Consistent With The Economic And Trade Arrangement Between The United States And The People’s Republic Of China

This move solidifies a major economic agreement with China, easing trade tensions, preserving access to critical materials, supporting U.S. farmers and manufacturers, and addressing national security concerns tied to the trade deficit.

What the order does ​

• Maintains suspension of heightened reciprocal tariffs on Chinese imports until November 10, 2026.
• Implements terms of the Kuala Lumpur Joint Arrangement, which includes China lifting export controls on key minerals and increasing purchases of U.S. agricultural goods.
• Directs federal officials to monitor China’s compliance and report on U.S.-China trade conditions.
• Authorizes agencies to take necessary actions to implement the order.

Who it affects ​

• U.S. importers of Chinese goods.
• American farmers, especially those exporting to China.
• U.S. manufacturers relying on Chinese minerals.
• Federal agencies overseeing trade policy.

Context ​

The deal follows escalating tit-for-tat tariffs and marks a pause in the U.S.-China trade dispute, with future tariff hikes tied to China upholding its commitments.