Taiwan's trade-reliant economy is expected to grow at a slower pace in 2025 than previously forecast, with the threat of turbulence from tariffs that may be imposed by the United States, as well as parliament-imposed budget cuts.

President Donald Trump pledged last week to impose an additional 25% tariff on U.S.-bound imports of cars, semiconductors and medical products, possibly after April – a move that experts believe could significantly affect Taiwan.

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he plans to impose tariffs of around 25% on auto imports as well as semiconductors and pharmaceuticals shipped to the United States as early as April 2.

Taiwanese chip maker Vanguard International Semiconductor warned on Tuesday that U.S. tariffs on imported chips could spur inflation and impact global economic growth, but said it expects the direct impact on the company would be small.

The Taiwanese government has outlined a four-point consensus as part of its negotiation strategy with the US, as President Donald Trump considers imposing chip tariffs on Taiwan.

Taiwan lowered its prediction for growth this year, signaling its concern about the potential impact of the Trump administration’s policies on its economy and a domestic fight over the budget.

Amid uncertainty over U.S. President Donald Trump's aggressive economic policy and over the progress of artificial intelligence, Taiwan has revised its 2025 economic growth forecast down from 3.29% to 3.