Washington D.C. U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning to China, threatening to impose tariffs of up to 155% on Chinese imports from November 1, if no new trade deal is reached between the two global powers.
Speaking at the White House alongside Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Trump said China has been “very respectful” of the United States but insisted that the days of countries taking advantage of American trade policy are “long gone.”
> “China’s been very respectful of us. They are paying tremendous amounts of money to us in the form of tariffs — 55 per cent, that’s a lot,” Trump told reporters.
“A lot of countries took advantage of the U.S. and they can’t anymore. China’s paying 55 per cent, and a potential 155 per cent come November 1 unless we make a deal.”
Trump: ‘We’ll Make a Great Deal’
Trump also revealed that he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea in the coming weeks, expressing optimism that both nations could soon reach a “fair and great trade deal.”
> “I have a very good relationship with President Xi. We’re meeting soon, and I think we’ll work out something great — good for both countries and for the world,” Trump said.
“When we finish in South Korea, China and the U.S. will have a really fair and really great trade deal. I want them to buy soybeans — it’s going to be fantastic.”
$8.5 Billion US–Australia Deal
Trump’s comments came during a meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, where the two leaders signed a multi-billion-dollar agreement on critical minerals and defense cooperation.
The deal, valued at USD 8.5 billion, is aimed at boosting supply-chain security, energy independence, and military collaboration between the allies. Albanese called it a “major leap forward” in strengthening the U.S.–Australia partnership.
100% Tariff Post on Truth Social
Earlier in the day, Trump took to Truth Social to announce plans for an additional 100% tariff on all Chinese goods — “over and above any tariff currently in place” — effective November 1, 2025.
He accused Beijing of adopting an “extraordinarily aggressive” trade stance after sending what he called an “extremely hostile letter” to the international community.
> “Starting November 1, the United States will impose a 100% tariff on China over and above existing ones. We’ll also impose export controls on all critical software,” Trump wrote.
“China has taken an unprecedented step by planning large-scale export controls on virtually every product they make — it’s unheard of and a moral disgrace.”
Trump Confirms Invitation to Visit China
Despite the sharp rhetoric, Trump revealed that he has been invited to visit China early next year, following direct communication from Chinese leadership.
> “I’ve been invited to go to China, and I’ll be doing that sometime fairly early next year,” he said.
With the November 1 deadline looming and Trump’s tariff threat hanging in the air, global markets and trade partners are watching closely. The coming weeks could determine whether the world’s two largest economies head toward a new deal — or a new trade war.
