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China Intelligence Brief: June 2018

The China Intelligence Briefs are the start of a global initiative to provide context and recommendations to businesses, non-profit organizations, and policy makers who are looking for specific examples of opportunity or disruption from global events. While analyzing the macro problems we often identify specific issues that affect our clients and readers. Identifying both opportunities & challenges allow us to better identify solutions at home and abroad for a wide range of disciplines. In addition to the China Intelligence Briefs, we maintain detailed notes from interviews, overseas trips & business missions, conferences, conventions, and private events.
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American Meat Export is Likely to Take a Big Hit Following Chinese Tariffs

Following the latest round of American tariffs on Chinese goods July 5, Beijing responded with retaliatory tariffs imposed on July 6, adding a 25% duty targeting American soybeans, meat, and vehicles. US farm produce, especially beef and high-end steaks, is expected to take a significant hit as exports to China becomes increasingly more expensive. The duty rate on US beef to China is being tripled from 12% to 37%, just as US beef was beginning to reemerge as a strong player in Chinese markets. – Dillon Billingham

China-Based US Businesses May Already Be Suffering from Ongoing Tariffs Talks

The Friday, July 5 deadline of US president Donald Trump’s $34 billion USD tariffs on Chinese goods has already started causing trouble for American businesses in China. Smaller firms have been struggling with new obstacles in customs, regulations, inspections, and licensing applications. For a more detailed summary and our analysis, read more here.