Trump threatens to raise tariffs on $200bn of Chinese goods
Mr Trump delayed further tariff increases earlier in the year, citing progress in talks.
Beijing hit back with duties on $110bn of US goods, blaming the US for starting"the largest trade war in economic history".According to reports, in recent days US officials have become frustrated by China seeking to row back on some earlier commitments in talks. Tom Orlik, chief economist at Bloomberg Economics, said:"It's possible talks are breaking down, with China offering insufficient concessions, and an increase in tariffs a genuine prospect.
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