Boom! The U.S. Wields the Tariff Sword Again: A Shocking Blow of Up to 1,069%, and Even Dares to Threaten to “Replace the United Nations”?

Right at the start of 2026, the global situation has been thrown into chaos by the United States’ hegemonic maneuvers.

　　On one side, the tariff club is escalating wildly—from five product categories targeted at China to European NATO allies, from industrial goods to pharmaceutical excipients—pushing tariffs right up to the ceiling—at as high as 1,069.27%. Additional tariffs of 100% and 50% have become the norm, leaving even small cross-border parcels unable to escape their grasp. On the other side, the rhetoric has grown even more brazen: at a White House press conference, Trump openly declared that his newly formed “Peace Commission” could potentially replace the United Nations.

　　On one side, there’s blatant economic coercion; on the other, an open challenge to the global order. This is no empty rhetoric, no election gimmick—it’s a reality that the United States is steadily advancing step by step. Today, we’ll take this issue apart piece by piece, shedding light on the true face of U.S. hegemony and the profound implications all of this will have for the world—and for us.

　　The first heavy blow: Tariffs wield their blade wildly, delivering indiscriminate blows across the globe!

　　When it comes to the U.S. imposing additional tariffs, most people may have already grown accustomed to it. Yet this time, the intensity, scope, and sheer audacity of the move have still exceeded everyone’s expectations. Without any reasonable justification or room for negotiation, as long as something doesn’t align with “America First,” whether it’s an ally or a competitor, it’s all thrown into the crosshairs—on grounds so absurd they’re almost laughable: “The U.S. has been taken advantage of, and tariffs are meant to set things right.”

　　First, take a look at this shocking “tariff list”—behind each and every figure lies a blatant act of hegemonic extortion, affecting numerous countries and critical industries around the globe:

　　Blow to China: Five product categories precisely targeted, with top tax rates reaching 1,069.27%.

　　On January 20, the U.S. Department of Commerce issued five final “double anti-dumping and countervailing duty” rulings targeting Chinese products, directly focusing on niche sectors where China enjoys competitive advantages in the global supply chain, in an attempt to cut off the “capillaries” of China’s industrial upgrading.

　　• Fiberglass door panels: Anti-subsidy duty of 921.42% plus anti-dumping duty—resulting in a combined tariff rate as high as 1,069.27%, effectively and completely barring relevant Chinese products from the U.S. market;

　　• Polypropylene corrugated boxes: The combined dual anti-dumping and countervailing duties total 145.91%. As a lightweight packaging material commonly used by e-commerce and logistics companies, China holds a dominant global position. The high tariffs directly drive up logistics costs for U.S. small and medium-sized enterprises.

　　• Hardwood and decorative plywood: The countervailing duty stands at 81.34%, while countries such as Indonesia and Vietnam enjoy exemptions from lower tariffs—clearly aimed at steering orders toward “friendlier” countries and promoting the “de-Chinaization” of supply chains.

　　• L-Lysine (feed additive): The maximum countervailing duty is 80.37%. China supplies more than 70% of the world’s production capacity, and this move will directly increase feed costs for U.S. livestock farmers.

　　• Hard empty capsules (pharmaceutical excipients): The highest tax rate is 25.61%. Combined with the U.S. “de-risking” review of the pharmaceutical supply chain, the actual entry barrier has significantly increased.

　　Besieging Allies: Eight NATO Countries Hit with Additional Tariffs Simply for Refusing to “Sell the Island”

　　Even more absurdly, the United States hasn't spared even its own NATO allies. The root of the conflict lies in the fact that several European countries refused to comply with Trump's unreasonable demand to "buy Greenland"—a self-governing territory of Denmark. Both the Danish and Greenlandic governments have explicitly rejected any sale, and several European countries have even sent troops to Greenland to assess the security situation in the Arctic. This move utterly infuriated Trump.

　　On January 17, Trump announced on social media that, starting February 1, an additional 10% tariff would be imposed on all goods from eight NATO member countries—Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Finland, and the United Kingdom. Starting June 1, this tariff rate would be further raised to 25%, and would remain in place until the United States “completely acquires” Greenland.

　　In addition, the United States has ramped up tariffs worldwide: industrial products such as steel, aluminum, copper, and furniture now face an additional 50% tariff; certain goods from countries including India and Brazil have also been included in this scope. Foreign automobiles and auto parts are subject to an additional 25% tariff. Brand-name or patented pharmaceuticals will be hit with a 100% tariff unless manufacturers establish facilities in the U.S. Meanwhile, the duty-free policy for small imports valued at $800 or less has been canceled, forcing a massive number of cross-border e-commerce parcels to pay taxes. Both overseas merchants and domestic consumers will directly bear the brunt of these measures.

　　Hitting oneself in the foot by lifting a stone: The cost of tariffs will ultimately be borne by Americans themselves.

　　Trump claimed that the additional tariffs were intended to “attract investment back home and reduce the trade deficit,” but the truth has long since been exposed. According to reports from U.S. media, by 2025, 94% of the tariff costs in the United States had been passed on to U.S. importers rather than foreign suppliers. Moreover, these tariffs have driven up the prices of imported goods to twice that of domestic products, meaning U.S. consumers and manufacturers are both footing the bill for this hegemonic policy.

　　Harvard University economist Gopinath bluntly stated that the U.S. trade deficit stems from its own fiscal deficit and low savings rate—and has nothing to do with other countries. American manufacturers that rely on foreign parts and metals—such as those producing heavy-duty trucks and agricultural machinery—are hit hardest by the tariffs, as their production costs have risen sharply. Even within the United States itself, there is no shortage of opposition: the Senate Democratic leader slammed the move as “utterly reckless,” and some Republican lawmakers also argued that these tariffs are entirely unnecessary, highly punitive, and represent a grave mistake.

　　Currently, Europe has taken the lead in striking back: Eight countries that have been hit with additional tariffs issued a joint statement condemning the U.S. for undermining transatlantic relations. The EU has issued a stern warning, stating it will suspend implementation of the EU-U.S. trade agreement and does not rule out activating its anti-coercion tools and imposing retaliatory tariffs. Meanwhile, Danish citizens have taken to the streets in protest, and the Prime Minister of Greenland’s self-governing government even led a crowd of protesters to the U.S. Consulate to oppose Trump’s policies. The shadow of a global trade war is spreading rapidly.

　　The Second Thunderclap: Threatening to “Replace the United Nations”—Its Hegemonic Ambitions Laid Bare in Full View

　　If imposing additional tariffs constitutes “economic bullying,” then the U.S. threat to “replace the United Nations” amounts to an outright demolition of the global order—the most universally recognized international coordination mechanism, which has been in operation for 81 years and emerged after World War II as the cornerstone of global governance. In Trump’s eyes, this mechanism has become nothing but a stumbling block standing in the way of his unilateral dominance.

　　The spark that set things off was the United Nations issuing an “ultimatum” to the United States: demanding that it pay its massive overdue membership fees, or else it would lose its voting rights in the UN General Assembly. For a hegemon that has always pursued the principle of “America First,” this was nothing short of a humiliating blow to its prestige. But the deeper reason is that the U.S. has found itself becoming increasingly ineffective within the United Nations— as countries of the Global South rise in prominence and developing nations, led by China, gain greater influence, the U.S. faces ever-greater resistance whenever it tries to “call a deer a horse.” Consequently, the U.S. has simply decided to “withdraw from the existing group and form a new one,” starting afresh on its own terms.

　　“Peace Committee”: Trump to Serve as Lifetime Chairman, $1 Billion to “Buy Members”

　　This new organization, which the United States is using to “replace the United Nations,” is called the “Peace Commission.” Invitations have already been sent to more than 60 countries, and its ambitions are literally written all over the page:

　　• Trump himself will serve as lifetime chairman—neither rotating nor elected. How can this possibly be described as an international organization? It’s clearly nothing less than Trump’s “private tool of hegemony.”

　　• The U.S. side has proposed a $1 billion “permanent membership” price tag—put simply, it’s using money to woo its followers and build its own “hegemonic little circle.”

　　• The organization will first address the Gaza issue and then extend its efforts to other regional conflicts, seeking to bypass the United Nations and gain control over the discourse on global conflict mediation.

　　• Even more paradoxical is that while Trump says, “The Peace Commission could replace the United Nations,” he also states, “The United Nations should continue to exist”—when in fact, he simply wants the UN reduced to a mere “puppet,” using the UN’s facade to lend legitimacy to his own hegemonic actions.

　　Hegemony is ultimately unsustainable: The world will not accept a “one-man show.”

　　International public opinion has erupted in outrage over the United States’ arrogant provocations. Some commentators point out that the U.S. attempt to establish an institution parallel to the United Nations will only undermine the authority of the UN and the global governance system, ultimately jeopardizing global peace and stability.

　　It’s important to understand that the United Nations has been able to function for 81 years precisely because it is founded on the principles of sovereign equality and consensus-building, embodying the global community’s shared aspirations for peace and development. In contrast, the U.S.-led “Peace Commission” is essentially an extension of hegemony—using money to buy allegiances and tariffs to exert coercion, serving only America’s own narrow interests. An organization like this simply cannot gain the endorsement of the vast majority of countries around the world.

　　From imposing additional tariffs to encircle the globe, to threatening to replace the United Nations—every step the United States takes only serves to expose its hegemonic ambitions. Yet times have long since changed. Unilateralism and hegemonism have already lost popular support, and the global trend toward multipolarity is irreversible. Europe’s counterattack, domestic opposition within the United States, and the rise of countries in the Global South all prove one thing: No single nation can, by virtue of its own strength, place itself above other nations, let alone single-handedly manipulate the global order.

　　Finally, I’d like to say: Be vigilant against hegemony, but even more importantly, stay firm in your own convictions.

　　The U.S. tariff club, though appearing menacing and aggressive, will ultimately boomerang back on itself; its threats to replace the United Nations, though sounding arrogant and overbearing, are in fact just a desperate struggle at the end of its hegemonic era.

　　For us, it’s crucial not only to remain vigilant about the impact of U.S. tariff policies—whether you’re an e-commerce operator, a relevant export enterprise, or an ordinary consumer, all could face challenges such as rising costs and reduced choices—but also to recognize that China is no longer the easy target it once was. In the face of the U.S.’s unreasonable suppression, we have consistently upheld multilateral rules, steadily advanced industrial upgrading, and expanded our network of diversified trading partners, using our strength to break through the hegemonic containment.

　　Hegemony may swagger for a while, but it can never reign supreme forever. As more and more countries unite to resist unilateralism and defy hegemonic oppression, a global order that is fairer, more just, and more diverse will eventually emerge.

　　May we see clearly the true face of hegemony and firmly believe in our own strength, steadily moving forward amidst storms and trials.

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