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This is your Taiwan Tariff Tracker podcast. Discover the latest updates and insights with "Taiwan Tariff Tracker," your go-to daily podcast for all things related to the tariffs imposed on Taiwan by the Trump administration and current U.S. policies. Stay informed with expert analyses, in-depth discussions, and breaking news that impact the Taiwanese economy and global trade dynamics. Whether you're an industry professional, a policymaker, or simply curious about international trade, "Taiwan Tariff Tracker" delivers the reliable information you need to understand this complex issue. Tune in every day for comprehensive coverage and thoughtful perspectives on how these tariffs shape the economic landscape. For more info go to https://www.quietplease.ai Or check out these deals https://amzn.to/3FkjUmw

  1. 1D AGO

    Taiwan Secures 15 Percent Tariff Deal as Trump Shifts to Section 122 Global Tariffs

    Welcome to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker, where we break down the latest U.S. tariff developments impacting Taiwan. In a whirlwind week, the U.S. Supreme Court on February 20 ruled President Trump's broad reciprocal tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act unconstitutional, according to Brookings Institution analysis. Trump swiftly pivoted, imposing a 10 percent global tariff effective February 24 under Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act to address balance-of-payments issues, as detailed in the Trade Compliance Resource Hub's Trump 2.0 tariff tracker. He then announced on social media an immediate hike to 15 percent, per the February 2026 Tariff Fact Sheet from FreshProduce.com. For Taiwan, the U.S.-Taiwan Reciprocal Trade Agreement, or ART, holds firm at a 15 percent tariff on Taiwanese goods, while slashing 99 percent of U.S. tariff barriers and opening doors for American agriculture like horticultural products. Taiwan secured most-favored-nation treatment under Section 232 for semiconductors, backed by $250 billion in mutual investments, Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research President Lien Hsien-ming told Focus Taiwan. This shields key exports amid uncertainty, as the new 15 percent tariff lacks stacking with existing rates, Vice President Cheng noted to Taiwan Today. Taiwan People's Party leader Huang Kuo-chang urges renegotiation to block any extra Section 122 hit, but experts like Lien warn it risks retaliation or Section 301 probes, given Taiwan's large U.S. trade surplus. Taiwan Institute of Economic Research economists stay upbeat: Section 122 caps at 15 percent for 150 days until July 24, lighter than prior pressures, with AI-driven growth pushing 2026 forecasts to 7-8 percent. Semiconductors remain vital, as U.S. reliance on Taiwan persists despite diversification tries, per New York Times via TIER. Beijing watches closely, eyeing potential Taiwan concessions post-ruling, Vision Times reports, while Asia treads cautiously on Trump's Plan B tariffs. Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe now for weekly updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94Q This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

    3 min

  2. 4D AGO

    Trump Attacks Taiwan Chip Dominance as New Tariffs Loom Despite Trade Deal

    US President Donald Trump has renewed his sharp criticism of Taiwan's semiconductor dominance, claiming the island "stole our chip business" from American giants like Intel, according to the South China Morning Post reporting on his Saturday press conference. This outburst came right after the US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that Trump's sweeping tariffs under the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act exceeded his authority, invalidating many import duties including the prior 20 percent rate on Taiwan. Taiwan had just secured a key win with the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade signed February 12, slashing those IEEPA tariffs to 15 percent while granting Taiwanese semiconductors "most-favored treatment" under Section 232 national security measures, as detailed by Focus Taiwan and the Overseas Community Affairs Council. In return, Taiwan pledged a massive US$500 billion investment in the US to ease tensions. But the landscape shifted fast. Trump invoked Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 for a new 10 percent global import surcharge effective February 24, 2026, lasting up to 150 days until July 24 unless extended by Congress, per the Trade Compliance Resource Hub's Trump 2.0 tariff tracker and a White House fact sheet. Exemptions shield Section 232 items like Taiwan's chips for now, and Premier Cho Jung-tai confirmed Saturday that negotiators are working to lock in those protections amid Trump's social media push to hike it to 15 percent immediately, as noted by Green Worldwide Shipping. Scholars warn Taiwan, now the US's fourth-largest trade deficit source at nearly US$160 billion—fueled by AI chip and server demand—must brace for looming Section 301 probes targeting unfair practices and surpluses, Focus Taiwan reports. President Lien Hsien-ming of the Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research urged preemptive strategies, while opposition KMT lawmakers call for renegotiating the ART deal still pending Taiwan's Legislative Yuan approval. Vice Premier Cheng Li-chiun stressed vigilant monitoring of Sections 122, 301, 232, and even Section 338 for up to 50 percent retaliatory duties. Taiwan's chip firms are hedging by building factories in Arizona and Texas to dodge tariffs, Trump noted, heightening global supply chain jitters. As US policy evolves, will Taiwan's investments hold off escalation? Thanks for tuning in, listeners. Subscribe now for the latest on Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94Q This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

    3 min

  3. FEB 18

    US and Taiwan Forge Historic Trade Deal Slashing Tariffs and Boosting Bilateral Economic Ties Under Trump Administration

    Welcome to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker, your essential update on the latest U.S.-Taiwan trade developments under President Trump. In a major breakthrough, the United States and Taiwan have signed the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade, slashing U.S. tariffs on Taiwanese goods to the higher of the most-favored-nation rate or 15 percent, down from a previous 20 percent IEEPA reciprocal rate, according to the U.S. Trade Representative fact sheet. Taiwan commits to eliminating or reducing 99 percent of its tariff barriers on U.S. industrial and agricultural exports, opening doors for American autos, auto parts, chemicals, seafood, machinery, beef, pork, dairy, wheat, and even ketchup and peanuts. The USTR highlights preferential treatment for Taiwan in Section 232 investigations on semiconductors, bolstering supply chain resilience amid high-tech partnerships. Headlines are buzzing: The Associated Press reports the Trump administration reached a deal to lower Taiwan's tariff barriers; CNBC notes U.S. tariffs drop to 15 percent while Taipei boosts American goods purchases; Reuters says the U.S. and Taiwan finalized cuts to tariffs and ramped up U.S. investments. American farmers and ranchers are celebrating, with the National Pork Producers Council praising expanded pork export opportunities and the National Chicken Council thanking Trump for including poultry in this top-five market. Taiwan pledges massive buys: $44.4 billion in U.S. liquefied natural gas and crude oil, $15.2 billion in civil aircraft, and $25.2 billion in power equipment through 2029. Non-tariff wins include Taiwan accepting U.S. vehicles and FDA-approved medical devices without extra hurdles, plus stronger IP enforcement and labor standards. Meanwhile, tensions simmer as Trump discussed U.S. arms sales to Taiwan with China's Xi Jinping, promising a decision soon, though the White House insists its one-China policy remains unchanged, per Focus Taiwan. This deal liberates American workers from unfair practices, fortifying economic security as two-way trade hit $185 billion in 2024. Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe now for weekly updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94Q This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

    3 min

  4. FEB 16

    US and Taiwan Sign Landmark Trade Deal Slashing Tariffs and Boosting Semiconductor Investments Amid China Tensions

    Welcome to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker, where we break down the latest developments in US-Taiwan trade under President Trump. In a landmark move, the United States and Taiwan have signed a reciprocal trade agreement that slashes US tariffs on Taiwanese goods to 15 percent, down from the previous 20 percent level, according to the Kuehne+Nagel news report and the US Trade Representative's fact sheet. This deal, finalized last week in Washington, aligns Taiwan with other major Asian partners and awaits Taiwan's parliamentary approval. President Trump hailed the pact as a win for American producers, with the National Pork Producers Council celebrating cuts to Taiwan's pork tariffs by half, elimination of import licensing hurdles, and acceptance of US residue standards after over 15 years of advocacy, as reported by WTAQ. US dairy exporters, via the National Milk Producers Federation, praised the zero tariffs on all US dairy products, boosting competitiveness in Taiwan's third-largest fluid milk market for America. Taiwan commits to massive purchases from 2025 to 2029, including $44.4 billion in US liquefied natural gas and crude oil, $15.2 billion in civil aircraft, and $25.2 billion in power equipment, per the USTR fact sheet. In return, Taiwan eliminates or reduces 99 percent of its tariff barriers on US industrial and agricultural goods, from autos and beef to chemicals and wheat. Semiconductor giants like TSMC gain big too, with $100 billion already pledged for US investments in chips, energy, and AI, plus another $250 billion guaranteed, strengthening supply chains amid China tensions, as noted by Igor's Lab and Semafor. The US offers tariff exemptions in Section 232 probes for Taiwanese semis, enhancing investment security. This framework deepens high-tech ties while Taiwan boosts defense spending, per President Lai Ching-te's push amid Beijing threats. Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe now for weekly updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94Q This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

    2 min

  5. FEB 15

    US and Taiwan Forge Landmark Trade Deal Slashing Tariffs and Boosting Economic Ties Across Key Sectors

    The United States and Taiwan just finalized a landmark reciprocal trade agreement, marking a significant shift in economic relations between the two partners. Signed on Thursday in Washington through the American Institute in Taiwan and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office, this deal represents one of the most substantial trade pacts Taiwan has secured under the Trump administration. Here's what listeners need to know about the tariff changes. The U.S. has reduced its tariff rate on Taiwanese goods from 20 percent down to 15 percent. According to Taiwan's Vice Premier Cheng Li-chiun, this represents the best treatment Washington has granted to any country with which it maintains a trade deficit. Even more notably, Taiwan secured exemptions from tariffs on 2,072 export products, bringing the average tariff rate on Taiwanese goods to just 12.33 percent. For Taiwan, the concessions are substantial. The agreement eliminates or reduces 99 percent of Taiwan's tariff barriers on U.S. exports. Taiwan is immediately dropping tariffs on American agricultural products, including slashing pork tariffs from 40 percent down to 10 percent and eliminating tariffs up to 26 percent on beef, dairy, and corn. The agreement also removes long-standing non-tariff barriers affecting U.S. vehicles, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals. Perhaps most significantly, the deal involves massive investment commitments. According to the U.S. Trade Representative's office, Taiwan plans to purchase 44.4 billion dollars in liquefied natural gas and crude oil, 15.2 billion dollars in civil aircraft and engines, and 25.2 billion dollars in power equipment and related infrastructure through 2029. Taiwan is also committing substantial semiconductor and technology investments in the United States. The agreement reflects what the Trump administration calls a victory against unfair trade practices. U.S. Trade Ambassador Jamieson Greer emphasized that the deal will eliminate tariff and non-tariff barriers facing American farmers, ranchers, manufacturers, and workers while strengthening supply chain resilience in critical high-technology sectors. However, some observers note persistent questions about whether the agreement fully addresses underlying trade imbalances, currency policies, and the long-term reshoring of semiconductor manufacturing to American soil. Taiwan's opposition parties have also pledged to scrutinize the deal, citing concerns about domestic implications. What's clear is that this agreement signals a deepening economic partnership between Washington and Taipei, with significant tariff reductions serving as the foundation for expanded bilateral investment and trade in the years ahead. Thanks for tuning in to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker. Be sure to subscribe for the latest updates on trade policy and tariff developments affecting Taiwan and the broader Asia-Pacific region. This has been a quiet please production. For more, check out quietplease dot ai. For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94Q This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

    4 min

  6. FEB 13

    US and Taiwan Sign Historic Trade Deal Slashing Tariffs and Boosting Bilateral Economic Cooperation in Landmark Reciprocal Agreement

    Welcome to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker. In a major breakthrough today, the United States and Taiwan have signed the U.S.-Taiwan Agreement on Reciprocal Trade, capping U.S. tariffs on Taiwanese goods at 15 percent—the higher of the Most Favored Nation rate or a reciprocal tariff under President Trump's Executive Order 14257, according to the Office of the United States Trade Representative fact sheet. This deal, reached through the American Institute in Taiwan and Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office, slashes tariffs from previous levels of up to 20 percent, as reported by ICIS, and exempts 2,072 Taiwanese products from reciprocal tariffs, including 261 agricultural items like orchids, tea, and mangoes worth $374 million annually, per Taiwan's Cabinet statement via Focus Taiwan. Taiwan commits to eliminating or reducing 99 percent of its tariff barriers on U.S. industrial and agricultural exports, opening markets for autos, auto parts, chemicals, seafood, machinery, wheat, beef, pork, dairy, and more. Non-tariff barriers fall too: Taiwan will accept U.S. vehicles meeting federal safety standards without extra hurdles, recognize FDA approvals for medical devices and pharmaceuticals, and ease restrictions on beef, pork, poultry, and even bison meat. The USTR highlights this as a path to reciprocal trade, boosting U.S. manufacturing and addressing Trump's national emergency declaration on trade deficits. Taiwan pledges massive purchases—$44.4 billion in liquefied natural gas and crude oil, $15.2 billion in civil aircraft and engines, and $25.2 billion in power equipment through 2029—while Taiwanese firms like TSMC ramp up at least $250 billion in U.S. investments for semiconductors, AI, and energy, as noted by the Council on Foreign Relations. This deepens the high-tech partnership amid surging bilateral trade, which hit over $185 billion in goods and services in 2024, with Taiwan as the U.S.'s fourth-largest partner in 2025. Yet challenges linger: Taiwan's $150 billion trade surplus with the U.S. grew sharply last year, per CFR analysis, and debates persist over reshoring chip production and currency management, with Taiwan on the U.S. Treasury's monitoring list. Signed by Taiwan's representative Alexander Yui and AIT's Ingrid Larson, the pact heads to Taiwan's legislature for review, promising supply chain resilience and economic security. Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe for the latest updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94Q This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

    3 min

  7. FEB 11

    Trump Slashes Taiwan Tariffs to 15 Percent, Secures $250 Billion Investment in Semiconductor and AI Sectors

    Welcome to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker, where we break down the latest developments in US-Taiwan trade under President Trump. In a major breakthrough, the Trump administration has agreed to slash tariffs on Taiwanese imports from 20 percent to no more than 15 percent, according to reports from Data Center Dynamics and Tom's Hardware. This pivotal move stems from a recent US-Taiwan trade deal, where Taiwan commits to investing $250 billion in American semiconductor, energy, and AI production. Reuters confirms Taiwan's negotiators, led by Vice Premier Cheng Li-chiun, arrived in the US yesterday for final meetings to seal the Taiwan-US Agreement on Reciprocal Trade, with full details soon heading to Taiwan's parliament. TSMC, the world's top chipmaker, stands at the heart of this. The deal offers tariff exemptions for hyperscalers like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon, tied directly to TSMC's US investments—already at $165 billion but potentially scaling higher. Financial Times sources note exemptions could cover up to 2.5 times new US facilities' capacity during construction, channeling chips to Big Tech while boosting American fabs. Yet TSMC cautions it can't hit 40 percent US output soon, amid AI bubble fears and competition from Intel. Tensions simmer with China. The US House overwhelmingly passed a bill yesterday—395 to 2—to bar China from global bodies like the G20 and Basel Committee if it threatens Taiwan, per Insurance Journal and Straits Times. This comes as Trump preps an April Beijing summit with Xi, amid talks on trade, rare earths, and Taiwan status. These shifts underscore Trump's push to reshore chips, balancing carrots for Taiwan with sticks for Beijing. Listeners, stay tuned as details firm up. Thanks for tuning in to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker—subscribe now for weekly updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94Q This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

    2 min

  8. FEB 9

    Taiwan Rejects US Semiconductor Relocation Demand Amid Trade Deal, Maintains Global Supply Chain Stability

    Taiwan's Vice Premier Cheng Li-chiun firmly rejected U.S. demands to relocate 40 percent of the island's semiconductor production stateside, calling it impossible during a CTS television interview aired Sunday, as reported by Focus Taiwan and Reuters. She told American negotiators that Taiwan's decades-old chip ecosystem, including its most advanced R&D and manufacturing, must stay put to maintain global supply chain stability and act as a silicon shield against threats. This pushback comes amid a fresh U.S.-Taiwan trade deal struck January 15, slashing tariffs on Taiwanese goods from 20 percent to a 15 percent cap on a non-stacking basis, leveling the playing field with Japan, South Korea, and the EU, according to Taiwan's finance ministry and AmCham Taiwan. In exchange, Taiwanese tech giants like TSMC pledged $250 billion in U.S. investments, backed by another $250 billion in government credit guarantees—the so-called Taiwan model of private-led growth with public support. U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick had warned that failure to hit the 40 percent target could spike tariffs back up to 100 percent, per CNBC coverage. Yet Taiwan holds firm: TSMC's $165 billion Arizona megafab expansion, including 900 new acres in Phoenix, supplements but doesn't replace homegrown capacity. Economist Lien Hsien-ming of the Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research predicts less than 15 percent of TSMC's advanced nodes will shift to the U.S. by the end of Trump's term, with full Arizona ramps delayed until 2027 or later. The deal awaits signing in coming days and Taiwan's legislative approval. Meanwhile, Taiwan's January exports surged 69.9 percent year-over-year to a record $65.77 billion, fueled by AI demand, with U.S. shipments up 151.8 percent—proof the tariff relief is boosting momentum despite Trump's broader reciprocal tariff regime, as Reuters notes. On the security front, the U.S. State Department reaffirmed its commitment to Taiwan amid China's pressure to halt arms sales ahead of Trump's planned April Xi Jinping meeting, with a potential $20 billion package including Patriot missiles in the works, per Taiwan News and the Financial Times. Listeners, tune in next time for more on how these tariffs shape Taiwan's tech edge. Thank you for tuning in to Taiwan Tariff News and Tracker—subscribe now for weekly updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94Q This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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This is your Taiwan Tariff Tracker podcast. Discover the latest updates and insights with "Taiwan Tariff Tracker," your go-to daily podcast for all things related to the tariffs imposed on Taiwan by the Trump administration and current U.S. policies. Stay informed with expert analyses, in-depth discussions, and breaking news that impact the Taiwanese economy and global trade dynamics. Whether you're an industry professional, a policymaker, or simply curious about international trade, "Taiwan Tariff Tracker" delivers the reliable information you need to understand this complex issue. Tune in every day for comprehensive coverage and thoughtful perspectives on how these tariffs shape the economic landscape. For more info go to https://www.quietplease.ai Or check out these deals https://amzn.to/3FkjUmw

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    Inception Point Ai
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    2025 - 2026
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