Trump: Countries that trade with this country will impose an additional 25% tariff, effective im
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- Release Date:2026-01-14
On January 12, U.S. President Trump issued a blockbuster statement, announcing that from now on all countries that have commercial dealings with the Islamic Republic of Iran will impose an additional 25% tariff on various commercial activities with the United States. He clearly emphasized that the decision is "final and irreversible." U.S.-Iran relations have deteriorated again.
The statement came hours after the U.S. State Department issued an emergency travel warning asking U.S. citizens to evacuate Iran immediately.
Source: Direct News
Back on January 10, it was revealed that Trump had been briefed on the military strike plan against Iran.The next day, Trump instead stated that Iran had made a proposal for negotiation and "relevant meetings are being coordinated and arranged," indicating a clear swing in his policy stance.
On January 12, the U.S. State Department first issued a withdrawal warning, and then Trump announced tariffs and sanctions. Only then did the U.S. policy framework for Iran become clear. On the surface, it used "diplomatic negotiations" as a gesture, but in reality it used the dual means of military deterrence and economic sanctions to put pressure on Iran.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei delivered a speech after a large-scale rally in Iran that day, praising the Iranian people for smashing the intervention plots of hostile forces abroad. He also warned American politicians to stop all kinds of "fraudulent" behavior, emphasizing that the firm will of the Iranian nation will not be shaken by sanctions and threats.
Source: Global Network
Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs clearly characterized the US move as a "typical act of hegemony and bullying" that violates international law and basic norms of international relations, and stated that it will continue to maintain normal trade exchanges with friendly countries and will never give in to external pressure.
The Financial Times reported on the 12th that the U.S. tax measures that take effect immediately may affect China, India and other countries.Data shows that in addition to China, which is the largest trading partner, India, Türkiye, Pakistan, the United Arab Emirates, Brazil and Iraq are among Iran's major trading partners.
Russia will also sign a new free trade agreement with Iran in 2025 to boost the scale of bilateral trade.
Citing statistics from customs data collection agencies, the report pointed out that in the first half of 2025, more than 100 countries around the world had trade transactions with Iran to varying degrees, and these countries are all likely to be affected by this tariff policy.However, due to the severe sanctions imposed by the United States on Iran, Iran's commercial ties with many countries have shrunk significantly.
File photo of Mao Ning, spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Ministry of Foreign Affairs website)
On January 13, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning hosted a regular press conference.
A reporter from China Arab TV in Dubai asked: U.S. President Trump posted on social media on the afternoon of the 12th that any country that does business with Iran will be subject to a 25% tariff on any commercial activities with the United States.What is China’s comment on this?
"China's position on the tariff issue is very clear. There is no winner in the tariff war. China will firmly safeguard its legitimate and legitimate rights and interests." Mao Ning said.
An AFP reporter asked: There are reports that hundreds of people were killed in related protests in Iran. Under this situation, does China still recommend that Chinese citizens go to Iran?
"We are paying close attention to the development of the situation in Iran, and we will take all necessary measures to protect the safety of Chinese citizens." Mao Ning responded.
Based on comprehensive research and judgment, although Trump declared that the tariffs are "final and irreversible," the actual implementation feasibility is low.
Judging from the development trend, the most likely outcome is that the White House gradually weakens the tough stance of the statement, or only implements limited sanctions against specific countries and commodities.
However, no matter what the final policy direction is, this move once again highlights the unilateralism and hegemonic nature of the United States, will further promote the global multi-polarization process, and encourage more countries to accelerate their plans to get rid of economic and political dependence on the United States.
The statement came hours after the U.S. State Department issued an emergency travel warning asking U.S. citizens to evacuate Iran immediately.
Source: Direct News
Back on January 10, it was revealed that Trump had been briefed on the military strike plan against Iran.The next day, Trump instead stated that Iran had made a proposal for negotiation and "relevant meetings are being coordinated and arranged," indicating a clear swing in his policy stance.
On January 12, the U.S. State Department first issued a withdrawal warning, and then Trump announced tariffs and sanctions. Only then did the U.S. policy framework for Iran become clear. On the surface, it used "diplomatic negotiations" as a gesture, but in reality it used the dual means of military deterrence and economic sanctions to put pressure on Iran.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei delivered a speech after a large-scale rally in Iran that day, praising the Iranian people for smashing the intervention plots of hostile forces abroad. He also warned American politicians to stop all kinds of "fraudulent" behavior, emphasizing that the firm will of the Iranian nation will not be shaken by sanctions and threats.
Source: Global Network
Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs clearly characterized the US move as a "typical act of hegemony and bullying" that violates international law and basic norms of international relations, and stated that it will continue to maintain normal trade exchanges with friendly countries and will never give in to external pressure.
The Financial Times reported on the 12th that the U.S. tax measures that take effect immediately may affect China, India and other countries.Data shows that in addition to China, which is the largest trading partner, India, Türkiye, Pakistan, the United Arab Emirates, Brazil and Iraq are among Iran's major trading partners.
Russia will also sign a new free trade agreement with Iran in 2025 to boost the scale of bilateral trade.
Citing statistics from customs data collection agencies, the report pointed out that in the first half of 2025, more than 100 countries around the world had trade transactions with Iran to varying degrees, and these countries are all likely to be affected by this tariff policy.However, due to the severe sanctions imposed by the United States on Iran, Iran's commercial ties with many countries have shrunk significantly.
File photo of Mao Ning, spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Ministry of Foreign Affairs website)
On January 13, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning hosted a regular press conference.
A reporter from China Arab TV in Dubai asked: U.S. President Trump posted on social media on the afternoon of the 12th that any country that does business with Iran will be subject to a 25% tariff on any commercial activities with the United States.What is China’s comment on this?
"China's position on the tariff issue is very clear. There is no winner in the tariff war. China will firmly safeguard its legitimate and legitimate rights and interests." Mao Ning said.
An AFP reporter asked: There are reports that hundreds of people were killed in related protests in Iran. Under this situation, does China still recommend that Chinese citizens go to Iran?
"We are paying close attention to the development of the situation in Iran, and we will take all necessary measures to protect the safety of Chinese citizens." Mao Ning responded.
Based on comprehensive research and judgment, although Trump declared that the tariffs are "final and irreversible," the actual implementation feasibility is low.
Judging from the development trend, the most likely outcome is that the White House gradually weakens the tough stance of the statement, or only implements limited sanctions against specific countries and commodities.
However, no matter what the final policy direction is, this move once again highlights the unilateralism and hegemonic nature of the United States, will further promote the global multi-polarization process, and encourage more countries to accelerate their plans to get rid of economic and political dependence on the United States.