The tariff policy announced by the Trump administration on April 2 has had significant effects on the global economy. Many economists have expressed confusion and opposition to this move, while the Trump camp has provided varying interpretations, claiming that it is intended to balance trade deficits and fund future tax cuts. Behind this policy lies a web of economic and political factors, especially the pressure of defense budgets and trade that have placed Indo-Pacific countries in a difficult position.

Analysis suggests that the Trump administration's tariff policies not only affect Sino-American trade relations but also fundamentally disrupt the economic framework of the Indo-Pacific region, forcing countries to find their own paths to survival. The responses of Indo-Pacific nations to the United States indicate a clear difference in negotiation capability compared to the European Union. As tariffs continue to rise, countries must reassess their economic and security relationships with the U.S., and a potential new normal may emerge centered around the United States.