Washington weighs 12‑month extension for China tariffs

- Washington is reportedly considering a 12‑month extension of tariff measures on China rather than the shorter 90‑day option, creating policy uncertainty. - That drift leaves U.S. policy adrift, eroding leverage while Beijing exploits delays and a $295bn U.S. deficit to press advantages. - The postponement signal emboldens China’s industrial strategy and complicates bilateral trade negotiations for months to come. (x.com)