Trade war carves new paths for LNG and soybeans

One year on, US exporters see China opportunities lost to Brazil and Australia

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China's shift toward Brazilian soybeans may not be easily undone, even if tariffs on imports of the crop from the U.S. are lowered. © Reuters

TAKESHI KUMON, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- International flows of commodities have been reshaped by the U.S.-China trade war, with Brazil seizing on the opportunity to satisfy Chinese demand for soybeans while Australia does likewise for liquefied natural gas.

A year on from the first volleys of tariffs, the two countries remain at the negotiating table for a deal to end their dispute, with China saying Sunday it will continue to hold of on additional duties on U.S.-made autos to create "a good atmosphere" for talks.

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