In my capacity as President, empowered by the Constitution and various legislative frameworks, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2483), and relevant sections of Title 3 of the U.S. Code, I hereby make the following determinations and directives:
Section 1. Background. In my Executive Order 14257, issued on April 2, 2025, I recognized that the persistent and substantial U.S. goods trade deficits represented an extraordinary threat to our national security and economic stability, largely stemming from factors outside our borders. As a response to this alarming situation, I declared a national emergency and imposed additional ad valorem duties deemed necessary to counter this threat.
Following this, Executive Orders 14259 and 14266, issued on April 8 and April 9, 2025, respectively, adjusted these duties further in light of retaliatory measures taken by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) against our efforts to rectify the trade imbalance initiated in Executive Order 14257.
Subsequently, the United States engaged in negotiations with the PRC to remedy the evident lack of trade reciprocity and address the resulting economic security concerns. As a result, Executive Orders 14298 on May 12 and 14334 on August 11, 2025, led to a suspension of the increased ad valorem duties under Executive Order 14257, replacing them with a more moderate 10 percent additional duty on PRC imports, all while continuing discussions to foster a more equitable trading relationship.
During a pivotal meeting with President Xi Jinping on October 30, 2025, in the Republic of Korea, we reached a landmark agreement on trade and economic relations, termed the Kuala Lumpur Joint Arrangement. This arrangement includes commitments from the PRC to alleviate coercive export controls on vital minerals and address retaliatory actions against U.S. semiconductor firms. Furthermore, the PRC pledged to enhance purchases of crucial U.S. agricultural exports, including soybeans and logs, and suspend many tariffs on U.S. agricultural products until the end of 2026.
In return, the United States agreed to maintain the suspension of increased tariffs on PRC imports until 12:01 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on November 10, 2026.
In my assessment, this groundbreaking Arrangement will not only rectify the imbalances in our trade relationships but also mitigate the economic and national security threats posed by our current trade deficit. By ensuring access to essential materials for national defense and supporting U.S. agriculture and manufacturing, the Arrangement aims to bolster our economy and address trade-related challenges effectively.
Therefore, I conclude that it is crucial to continue the suspension of heightened reciprocal tariffs on imports from the PRC until 12:01 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on November 10, 2026, as a means to address the national emergency declared in Executive Order 14257.
Sec. 2. Implementation. The provisions of Heading 9903.01.63 and subdivision (v)(xvii)(10) of U.S. note 2 to subchapter III of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States shall remain suspended until 12:01 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on November 10, 2026.
Sec. 3. Monitoring and Recommendations. (a) The Secretary of the Treasury, the Secretary of Commerce, and the United States Trade Representative, in consultation with the Secretary of State and other pertinent officials, will continue to monitor the circumstances underlying the national emergency declared in Executive Order 14257. This includes vigilance over the U.S. trade deficit, the lack of reciprocity in our trade relations, and the economic policies of our trading partners that may undermine domestic wages and consumption. Regular updates on these conditions will be provided to me, particularly regarding the PRC’s adherence to its commitments under the Arrangement.
(b) Should the PRC fail to uphold its commitments, I reserve the right to amend this order as necessary to respond to the emergency declared in Executive Order 14257.
(c) The aforementioned officials, in collaboration with the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Homeland Security, the Assistant to the President for Economic Policy, the Senior Counselor for Trade and Manufacturing, and the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs, will keep me informed of any developments that may necessitate further action and will recommend additional measures as deemed appropriate to effectively address the emergency.
Sec. 4. Delegation. The Secretary of the Treasury, the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of Homeland Security, and the United States Trade Representative are hereby authorized to take necessary actions, including establishing rules and regulations, to implement this order. They may also redelegate these functions within their respective departments. All executive departments and agencies are instructed to undertake any appropriate measures to enforce this order.
Sec. 5. Severability. If any provision of this order is deemed invalid, the remainder of the order shall remain effective.
Sec. 6. General Provisions. (a) This order does not impair or affect:
(i) the authority granted to any executive department or agency; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget concerning budgetary or legislative proposals.
(b) This order will be implemented in accordance with applicable law and available appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to create any enforceable rights or benefits against the United States or its entities.
(d) The costs incurred for publishing this order will be managed by the Office of the United States Trade Representative.
DONALD J. TRUMP
THE WHITE HOUSE,
November 4, 2025.
