Donald Trump's turning up the heat on China but throwing a tariff lifeline to most others. 

He's authorised a 90-day pause which will see tariffs dropped to 10% for many countries.  

However, China's rate has been increased from 104% to 125%. 

Eric Crampton —Chief Economist at New Zealand Initiative— told Mike Hosking it's a rapidly changing situation. 

He says it’s really hard for any business to plan in this kind of environment – the chaos is just going to continue. 

LISTEN ABOVE 

Donald Trump's turning up the heat on China but throwing a tariff lifeline to most others.&nbsp;
He's authorised a 90-day pause which will see tariffs dropped to 10% for many countries. &nbsp;
However, China's rate has been increased from 104% to 125%.&nbsp;
Eric Crampton —Chief Economist at New Zealand Initiative— told Mike Hosking it's a rapidly changing situation.&nbsp;
He says it’s really hard for any business to plan in this kind of environment – the chaos is just going to continue.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE&nbsp;

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Without question, as New Zealand’s number one talk host, Mike Hosking sets the day’s agenda.

The sharpest voice and mind in the business, Mike drives strong opinion,...

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Eric Crampton: New Zealand Initiative Chief Economist on the impact of Donald Trump's tariffs

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