Emre Yumlu 
President Trump is planning to delay the sector-specific tariff increases set to take effect on April 2. Will the tariffs be postponed?
Trump Administration May Delay Sector-Specific Tariffs Set for April 2
U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly planning to delay sector-specific tariff increases expected to take effect on April 2. According to reports from The Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg News, the White House is refraining from announcing tariffs on specific industries while continuing to impose reciprocal tariffs on countries with persistent trade deficits with the U.S.
Trump had previously declared April 2 as “Liberation Day” emphasizing his goal of aligning U.S. tariffs with those imposed by its trade partners. Initially, sectors such as automobiles, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors were expected to be affected. However, recent developments suggest that the administration may forgo additional tariffs in these areas.
Officials indicate that the administration is currently focusing on approximately 15% of the countries with which the U.S. runs a trade deficit. The Wall Street Journal reports that while reciprocal tariffs will proceed as planned, sector-specific levies may not be introduced. White House planning remains fluid, with Trump reportedly open to trade negotiations with China and hoping to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in the near future.
Meanwhile, the Trump administration has announced additional trade restrictions on Venezuela. The U.S. president stated that countries importing oil and gas from Venezuela will be subject to a 25% tariff. This move aims to increase economic pressure on the Maduro government.
As the administration’s final trade policies take shape, the U.S. continues to take steps toward balancing global trade dynamics.
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