U.S. proposes tariffs on goods from 60 economies over forced labour
The U.S. has proposed new tariffs on imports from 60 economies due to concerns over forced labor practices. The proposed duties would range from 10 percent to 12.5 percent. This move aims to address the ongoing issue of goods produced under exploitative conditions.
- ▪The Trump administration is targeting imports from 60 economies.
- ▪The proposed tariffs are set at 10 percent or 12.5 percent.
- ▪The decision follows findings that these economies have not adequately addressed forced labor in their supply chains.
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U.S. proposes tariffs on goods from 60 economies over forced labourReutersPublished 6 seconds agoThe Trump administration proposed imposing additional duties of 10 per cent or 12.5 per cent on imports from 60 economies after determining they failed to curb trade in goods made with forced labour.ReutersPlease enable JavaScript to view this content.ShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountMost PopularLeBlanc speaks after meeting with Trump's trade czarVideo2:08Hostilities in the Gulf heat up as U.S.-Iran peace talks stallVideo1:23Russian attack on Ukraine kills 22, officials sayVideo1:35Trump appoints housing regulator Bill Pulte as acting U.S.
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