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SouthBayDem

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Fri Apr 11, 2025, 10:53 AM Apr 11

Taiwan included in initial U.S. tariff negotiation list: Lai

Source: Focus Taiwan

Taichung, April 11 (CNA) Taiwan is among the first batch of countries set to enter into tariff negotiations with the United States, President Lai Ching-te (賴清德 said Friday.

"Taiwan is now included in the first list of negotiations" with the U.S., Lai told representatives from the machinery industry in Taichung, without providing further details.

The president added that the government would be fully prepared for talks with the U.S. to protect Taiwan's national interests and the future development of Taiwanese industries.

Lai called for unity across both the public and private sectors, as well as between the ruling and opposition parties, in the face of the U.S. tariff shocks, noting that Taiwan could overcome the challenge and "turn crisis into opportunities" through collective efforts.

Read more: https://focustaiwan.tw/politics/202504110009

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