Tag: US Tariff

“They’re Dying to Make a Deal”: Trump Boasts About Tariff Strategy, Plans Pharma Tariffs to Boost U.S. Manufacturing

The remarks were made in the context of the tariff-heavy trade policy Trump championed during his presidency, particularly targeting nations like China.

April 9, 2025

White House Slaps 104% Tariff on China, Warns Retaliation Is a “Mistake”

“President Trump has a spine of steel. He will not break — and America will not break under his leadership,” Karoline Leavitt asserted.

April 9, 2025

U.S. Flags India’s Ethanol Import Ban as “Unfair Trade Practice” Amid Trump-Era Tariffs

In a post on X, the USTR spotlighted India’s ban on ethanol imports for fuel use, and Thailand’s refusal to issue ethanol import permits since 2005.

April 8, 2025

China Slams New US Tariffs as ‘Unilateral Bullying’, Vows to Fight Back

The comments come after US President Donald Trump announced, via his social media platform Truth Social, a proposed 50% tariff on Chinese goods starting April 9.

April 8, 2025

Trump Rules Out Tariff Pause Amid Talks, Vows to Pursue ‘Fair Deals’ Globally

Highlighting recent tensions with China, Trump criticized Beijing’s retaliatory 34% tariff hike, warning, “If that tariff isn’t removed by tomorrow at 12 o’clock, we’re putting a 50 per cent on above the tariffs that we put on.”

April 8, 2025

Trump Defends Tariffs as Solution to Soaring Trade Deficits with China and EU

He also took a swipe at President Joe Biden, blaming his administration for an increased trade surplus with these countries and vowing to reverse it swiftly.

April 7, 2025

Mass Protests Erupt Across U.S. and Beyond Against Trump’s Tariffs and Government Overhaul

The protests also targeted Elon Musk, director of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), criticizing efforts to drastically reduce the size of the federal government through budget cuts and mass layoffs.

April 6, 2025

J.P. Morgan Warns of U.S. Recession Amid Trump Tariffs; Jefferies Sees Limited Fallout for India

"Uncertainty remains elevated," Powell noted, adding that both inflation and slower growth are likely outcomes.

April 5, 2025

India Evaluating Trade Opportunities Amidst US Reciprocal Tariffs: Commerce Ministry

These new tariffs impose additional ad valorem duties ranging from 10% to 50% on imports from all trading partners.

April 3, 2025

Rahul Gandhi Criticizes Government’s Foreign Policy, Raises Concerns Over China’s Territorial Occupation and US Tariffs

Emphasizing the need to restore status quo ante, he added, "We are not against normalizing ties, but first, we must reclaim our land."

April 3, 2025