Chang Jiang Supermarket in Flushing, Queens, exemplifies the challenges faced by Asian American grocery stores amid President Trump's trade war, which has imposed steep tariffs on imported goods, especially from China. These tariffs threaten inventory levels and increase prices on essential items like seafood and groceries, which disproportionately affects low-income consumers. As the trade conflict continues without resolution, local grocery stores struggle to maintain a reliable stock of goods that cater to their communities, undermining both economic stability and cultural ties.
Most imported goods face a 10% tariff, increasing prices and straining community ties, especially for Asian American grocery stores like Chang Jiang in Queens.
With no negotiations in sight, the current tariffs threaten inventory levels, reflecting the higher costs that low-income shoppers particularly will bear.
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