Trump talks about imposing tariffs, but his actions tell a different story — 99% of fireworks for America's Independence Day come from China.

This year marks the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding, and Trump had already announced plans to celebrate grandly. With less than two months remaining until Independence Day, preparations for the essential fireworks display should be underway.

Although some of Trump’s tariff policies have been overturned, certain tariffs remain in effect, and Trump still intends to find ways to impose new tariffs after current ones expire.

That raises the question: where will the U.S. get fireworks for its Independence Day celebrations?

Typically, they are sourced from China — 99% of American fireworks are imported from China. However, last year, due to high tariffs imposed on pyrotechnic products, exports of Chinese fireworks to the U.S. dropped significantly. At the time, many U.S. fireworks industry professionals warned that if high tariffs on Chinese goods continue, there might be no fireworks available for next year’s Independence Day celebrations.

But the situation has clearly improved. One industry professional noted that orders from American customers this year have increased by 15% to 30% compared to last year. Although still substantially lower than before Trump took office, the improvement is notable.

Trump says one thing, but his body language tells another — after all, Chinese-made fireworks offer a rich variety and superior performance. Without Chinese fireworks, the most impressive part of the 250th-anniversary celebration would lose much of its appeal.

This industry expert also pointed out that nearly 40% of China’s exported fireworks go to the United States. Even during last year’s sharp decline in sales to the U.S., China’s fireworks exports still accounted for two-thirds of global sales, demonstrating just how irreplaceable Chinese fireworks truly are.

It’s not just fireworks — many everyday consumer goods produced in China are equally indispensable to the U.S. That’s precisely why the U.S.-China trade war couldn’t continue, and why Trump is so eager to visit China.

Original article: toutiao.com/article/1864700442972555/

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