Keywords: US Tariffs


EU Demands Clarification from Washington Over New US Tariffs on Global Imports

The European Union has announced it will formally demand explanations from Washington following the sudden imposition of new United States tariffs targeting dozens of international trading partners. European Union Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas criticized the move, stating that the fresh customs duties......

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%......

UK says US tariff update leaves British businesses unaffected

The United Kingdom has sought to reassure exporters after the United States announced a new round of tariffs targeting several trading partners over concerns about the enforcement of forced labour restrictions. British officials said the latest measures would not worsen trading conditions for UK companies......

Brazil seeks to avoid trade escalation as new US tariffs raise economic concerns

Brazil is adopting a cautious approach in response to new US tariffs, seeking to defend its economic interests while avoiding a broader trade confrontation that could put additional pressure on businesses and consumers. The United States is expected to introduce an additional 25% tariff on certain Brazilian......

Morocco and US seek to rebalance trade partnership in Rabat

Morocco and the United States held the ninth session of their Free Trade Agreement Joint Committee in Rabat as both countries moved to strengthen commercial ties and address growing concerns over trade imbalances. The meeting brought together Moroccan Industry and Commerce Minister Ryad Mezzour and officials......

US tariff refund process running smoother than expected, says Kuehne + Nagel

The online system for reclaiming U.S. tariff payments ruled unlawful by the Supreme Court is operating more smoothly than initially expected, according to a customs specialist at Swiss logistics group Kuehne + Nagel. The refund mechanism was launched last month following a court decision that struck......

EU says United States will honor Turnberry trade deal despite tariff dispute

European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic said the United States has assured the European Union it will respect the terms of the Turnberry trade agreement, despite new tariff measures that risk undermining the deal’s central provision of a 15 percent tariff ceiling. Speaking in Toronto on Thursday,......

Gold gains poised for seventh straight monthly rise as safe-haven demand persists

Gold hovered near recent highs on Friday and remained on track for a seventh consecutive monthly increase, supported by persistent safe-haven interest, renewed U.S. tariff uncertainty and ongoing geopolitical tension in the Middle East. Spot prices have advanced more than 6% so far in February, extending......

African nations accelerate shift from US dollar amid tariff turmoil

African governments and banks are stepping up efforts to reduce reliance on the US dollar in trade and financial transactions as uncertainty over American tariffs unsettles global markets. Ecobank Transnational CEO Jeremy Awori told Bloomberg that erratic US trade measures are motivating companies across......