Keywords: Trade Policy


US prepares new tariff measures targeting around 60 economies

The United States is preparing a new round of tariff measures that could affect approximately 60 economies, according to a senior White House trade official, signaling another potential escalation in Washington's evolving trade strategy. The announcement suggests the administration is moving closer......

Trump announces new 50% tariffs on a wide range of Canadian products

US President Donald Trump has announced a new round of tariffs targeting a broad range of Canadian imports, escalating trade tensions between the United States and its northern neighbor. The measures were outlined in three presidential memoranda signed on Monday and are expected to impose tariffs of......

US imposes 25% tariffs on selected Brazilian imports as trade tensions escalate

The United States has announced new tariffs of 25% on selected imports from Brazil, marking a significant escalation in bilateral trade tensions and prompting an immediate response from Brasília, which has pledged retaliatory action. The new duties are scheduled to take effect on July 22, giving......

Brazil Keeps 32% Tariff on Moroccan Sardines Despite Rising Imports

The Brazilian government has decided to maintain a 32% tariff on canned sardine imports, rejecting a request to establish a nine-month tariff-free quota of 7,500 tons. This decision, announced by the executive secretariat of the Foreign Trade Chamber (Camex), comes after reviewing a request submitted......

US moves toward USMCA exit process, triggering long-term countdown for North American trade pact

The United States is preparing to formally initiate a long-term withdrawal process from the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), a move that would trigger a decade-long countdown toward the potential end of one of the world’s largest free trade zones. According to the reported plan, the U.S.......

European Union prepares new tariffs on Chinese plug-in hybrid vehicles

The European Union is reportedly preparing to introduce new tariffs on Chinese-made plug-in hybrid vehicles as part of its broader effort to address concerns over trade imbalances and competition within the automotive sector. According to reports, the European Commission is considering countervailing......

Trump’s critical minerals strategy meets resistance from allies and industry

The United States is facing growing resistance to its proposed strategy for boosting critical minerals production, as key allies and industry stakeholders question the effectiveness of government-backed pricing measures. The issue is expected to be a major topic of discussion among leaders attending......

Renault CEO urges EU to push Chinese carmakers to source more parts in Europe

The Chief Executive Officer of Renault has called on the European Union to encourage Chinese automakers operating in Europe to increase their sourcing of automotive components from within the region. Speaking at an industry event in Brussels, Renault CEO François Provost argued that Europe should......

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......