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  "path": "/trade/2026/02/16/china-grants-zero-import-tariffs-for-53-african-states-starting-may/",
  "publishedAt": "2026-02-16T07:31:07.000Z",
  "site": "https://meobserver.org",
  "tags": [
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    "Africa"
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  "textContent": "China will eliminate tariffs on imports from 53 African countries beginning May 1, marking a significant expansion of its zero-tariff trade policy toward the continent. The announcement was made by Chinese President Xi Jinping, confirming that all African nations with diplomatic relations with Beijing will benefit from full tariff exemption — with the exception of […]",
  "title": "China Grants Zero-Import Tariffs for 53 African States starting May"
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