Despite U.S. tariffs, China’s exports increased by 8% in April, driven by a 21% rise in shipments to Southeast Asia. Analysts suggest that Chinese exporters are rerouting goods through third countries like Vietnam and Thailand to bypass U.S. tariffs. These tactics include transshipment, forging documents, and underpricing goods. Although U.S. imports from China have decreased, trade has merely shifted to other countries. Experts warn that while customs enforcement has tightened, creative methods persist, allowing Chinese goods to continue reaching U.S. markets.
— new from The Washington Post
