Keywords: Forced Labor


Trump Imposes New Double-Digit Tariffs on Dozens of Trading Partners Over Forced Labor Concerns

President Donald Trump is moving forward with a new wave of double-digit tariffs targeting dozens of United States trade partners as a deadline approaches regarding temporary levies implemented following a major Supreme Court setback. The administration will impose customs duties ranging between 10%......

United States considers new tariffs targeting Morocco over forced labor allegations

The United States is considering the imposition of additional tariffs on several countries, including Morocco, over allegations related to insufficient measures against forced labor in global supply chains. According to a report by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), Morocco......

Switzerland maintains mandate for US trade negotiations, says minister

Switzerland is reaffirming its commitment to ongoing trade negotiations with the United States, aiming to formalize a deal on tariffs initially agreed last year, Economy Minister Guy Parmelin said on Friday. Speaking from Zurich, Parmelin highlighted that Switzerland will continue discussions with the......

Cuba: Prisoners exploited to produce cigars and charcoal for export

A recent report by the Madrid-based human rights organization Prisoners Defenders has revealed that thousands of prisoners in Cuba are being exploited to produce cigars and charcoal destined for export. According to the investigation, at least 60,000 of Cuba’s 90,000 prisoners are involved in......

U.S. Explores Restrictions on Chinese Drones Amid Security Concerns

The United States government is considering measures to restrict or ban Chinese drones, citing national security concerns. The Department of Commerce has opened a public consultation, seeking input on potential regulations to safeguard the drone supply chain. The department emphasized that adversarial......

Ordeal in Myanmar: Three Moroccan Nationals Freed from Captivity

In a harrowing tale of international crime and diplomacy, three Moroccan citizens have been released from captivity in Myanmar, following a reported ransom payment of 100,000 Moroccan dirhams (approximately $10,000) per person. This development, reported by SNRTNews, marks a significant breakthrough......

Cyber Cartels Trap Moroccans in Thailand-Myanmar Border Hell

In the dense jungles straddling Thailand and Myanmar, dangerous cyber cartels are holding young Moroccans captive, forcing them to work in illicit online scams at gunpoint. Media reports reveal that these victims were lured with false promises of lucrative job opportunities, only to find themselves caught......