Global markets today, Aug. 11 -- Asian markets had a mixed start as investors awaited clarity on whether the Aug. 12 deadline for the U.S.-China tariff truce would be extended.

South Korea's Kospi and the small-cap Kosdaq were hovering near the flatline, while Australia's S&P/ASX 200 edged up 0.43 per cent. The Reserve Bank of Australia is set to announce its interest rate decision on Tuesday.

Japan' stock market remained closed for a holiday. Japan's Nikkei 225 index closed 1.85 per cent higher on August 8.

Higher import tariffs on goods from numerous countries came into force on Thursday last week, pushing the average U.S. import duty to its highest level in 100 years.

Earlier this week, the president also unveiled plans to impose d...