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Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Israel has accepted the key terms of a proposed 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, as part of renewed efforts to end the wa...
Trump's new tariffs on U.S. imports have prompted strong reactions from key trade partners, with fears of economic disruption and inflation growing as tensions rise globally.
President Donald Trump’s decision to impose sweeping tariffs on U.S. imports has sparked global controversy, triggering retaliatory threats from several of America’s key trading partners. The new tariffs, which range from 10% to 54%, target a wide array of goods, from premium Italian coffee and Japanese whisky to sportswear made in Asia. The move, which Trump claims will boost domestic manufacturing and create more jobs in the U.S., has drawn condemnation from leaders around the world, who fear it will disrupt international trade and lead to severe economic consequences.
The tariffs were announced on Wednesday, creating immediate turbulence across global markets. Investors sought safe-haven assets like bonds and gold, as world stock indices tumbled in response. According to Fitch Ratings, these tariffs are the highest in more than a century, adding to growing concerns about a global economic slowdown. Economists, including those from Barclays and Bank of America, warned that the U.S. economy is now at a higher risk of entering recession, while Germany's IW research institute predicted that the new tariffs could wipe out approximately €750 billion ($833.63 billion) from the European economy.
China, facing a 54% tariff on its exports to the U.S., vowed to impose countermeasures, while the European Union, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan also expressed their intentions to retaliate. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen criticised the move, suggesting that it would trigger greater protectionism and negatively affect millions of people worldwide. The EU is preparing to respond with its own tariffs if discussions with Washington do not lead to a resolution.
Trump’s administration argues that the tariffs are a response to existing duties and trade barriers imposed on U.S. goods by other countries. Trump’s goal is to rebalance trade by making it fairer and to strengthen American manufacturing. However, Vice President JD Vance acknowledged that while the tariffs may bring long-term benefits, it will take time before they lead to lower prices or more jobs in the U.S.
While some U.S. allies such as Canada and Mexico already face tariffs on many goods, the new set of tariffs primarily targets countries in Europe and Asia. The U.S. has also imposed separate tariffs on auto imports, which will take effect shortly. Even smaller, often overlooked territories such as uninhabited islands in Antarctica have been affected by these measures.
As the U.S. government seeks ways to mitigate the impact of these tariffs through negotiations, the broader geopolitical landscape is shifting. Relations with Europe have been strained for some time, particularly over the war in Ukraine, and these new tariffs risk further weakening transatlantic ties. NATO members have raised concerns about the timing of the tariffs, as the U.S. is simultaneously pushing for greater defence spending from European nations.
The global response to the tariffs has been swift, with countries preparing countermeasures and economists warning of long-term damage to the global economy. In the U.S., while some industries may benefit from the tariffs, many American consumers are expected to bear the brunt of higher prices, with inflation likely to rise as a result.
As the situation unfolds, businesses around the world must now assess how to adjust to the changing trade environment. For many, the reality of the tariffs will mean difficult decisions and a potentially lasting impact on their operations, with consequences far beyond U.S. borders.
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