U.S.: Trump Targets China with New Tariffs

He has talked a lot about protectionism, and now he’s closer to taking another huge step forward. On March 13, a number of outlets reported that U.S. President Donald Trump is looking to erect tariff barriers on up to $60 billion in imports from China, the largest exporter to the United States. Reuters reported that the measures would likely affect the information technology, consumer electronics and telecommunications sectors -- as well as consumer products such as apparel, footwear and toys. However, the exact volume and structure of the tariffs are expected to be announced next week. Washington, too, could be considering limitations on Chinese investment in the United States, as well as restrictions on visas for Chinese citizens wishing to travel to the country....