The Guardianยท2025-04-14 00:21Group 1 - The exemption of smartphones, laptops, and other electronic products from import tariffs on China will be temporary, with Trump indicating that these products will still be subject to existing tariffs [1][2] - A national security trade investigation into the semiconductor sector and the entire electronics supply chain is promised by Trump [1] - New duties on critical technology products from China, including smartphones and computers, are expected to be enacted within the next two months [3][4] Group 2 - The US has imposed tariffs on China that have risen to 145%, while China retaliated with a 125% levy on US imports [5] - The volatility in the stock market, particularly the S&P 500 index, has been significant since Trump took office, with a decline of over 10% [5][6] - The recent tariff revisions have raised concerns among economists about potential negative impacts on economic growth and inflation [6][7] Group 3 - China's commerce ministry has described the US's recent tariff exemption move as a "small step" and called for a complete cancellation of the tariff strategy [7] - In response to the trade war, China is seeking to strengthen ties with neighboring countries, with President Xi Jinping planning a visit to Vietnam [8]