NextFin news, Former President Donald Trump on Sunday proposed that NATO member countries impose 100% tariffs on Chinese imports as a strategy to end the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war. The call was made from Washington, D.C., where Trump outlined his economic approach to pressure China into ceasing its support for Russia.
Trump argued that by imposing such tariffs, NATO could effectively disrupt China's economic assistance to Russia, thereby weakening Russia's capacity to continue its military operations in Ukraine. This proposal was presented as a means to leverage economic sanctions to bring about a resolution to the conflict.
The Russo-Ukrainian war, which has persisted since early 2022, has seen various international responses, including sanctions and diplomatic efforts. Trump's suggestion represents a significant escalation in economic measures targeting China, a key global trade partner and ally of Russia.
Details of the proposal were reported by Bitcoin.com News and WebProNews on Sunday, September 14, 2025, citing Trump's statements and policy recommendations. The proposal calls for coordinated action among NATO countries to implement the tariffs collectively.
Trump's call highlights ongoing debates within international circles about the best strategies to end the conflict in Ukraine, focusing on economic pressure as a tool to influence China's role in the war.
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