08:49
Business

Trump threatens 'big' tariffs if UK keeps digital tax on U.S. tech firms

President Donald Trump has warned that the U.S. could impose "big" tariffs on British goods if the UK does not remove its digital services tax. Speaking to reporters at the White House on Thursday, Trump said Washington was ready to act in response to the levy on major American technology firms.

13:52
U.S. tariffs

Trump threatens 25% U.S. tariff on countries trading with Iran

​President Donald Trump said on Monday any country that does business with Iran will face a tariff rate of 25% on trade with the U.S., as Washington weighs a response to the situation in Iran which is seeing its biggest anti-government protests in years.

08:46
South Korea and U.S.

South Korea's top trade envoy heads to U.S. amid stalled talks

South Korea's top trade envoy, Yeo Han-koo, is heading to the United States on Monday for follow-up tariff negotiations, the trade ministry said, as the countries struggle to overcome obstacles to finalise a trade deal agreed in July.

23:29
U.S.

Brazil may retaliate against U.S. tariffs

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said on Friday that his government is considering reciprocal tariffs on U.S. goods after Washington imposed a 50% duty on Brazilian imports earlier this month.

11:22
U.S. Tariffs

Indonesia turns shrimp exports to China after U.S. tariffs hit

Indonesia is redirecting shrimp exports to China after new U.S. tariffs of 19% froze orders from its top buyer, risking a 30% drop in sales and one million jobs. The $1.7 billion industry faces steep losses as exporters scramble to find alternative markets.

12:03
Switzerland-U.S. Tariffs

Swiss industry shaken by 39% U.S. tariff

Switzerland is seeking a negotiated solution after the U.S. imposed a 39% tariff on its exports, one of the highest rates under Donald Trump's trade agenda, prompting warnings over job losses and damage to key industries.

13:45
Tariff Delay

South Korea fights tariffs, focuses on energy and shipbuilding

South Korea aims to delay new U.S. tariffs, prioritizing economic stability amid trade tensions. Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok emphasized the importance of reducing uncertainty for export industries, while ongoing talks with the U.S. seek a mutually beneficial resolution.

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