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Why in the News ? Trump’s high tariffs on Chinese imports are being compared to major past US policy shifts—the Nixon Shock and Volcker Shock—for their transformative impact on the global economy, trade balances, and monetary system, reigniting debates on protectionism and global trade. The Nixon Shock (1971): Collapse of Bretton Woods Post-WWII era (1949–1969) …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The US imposed a 10% tariff on imports from Australia-governed Heard and McDonald Islands, which have no trade activity. Experts are puzzled, calling it symbolic or erroneous, given the islands’ ecological value and status as a protected nature reserve. Background and Geopolitical Context: The US President recently imposed a 10% …
Read MoreWhy in News? The Lok Sabha passed the Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2024, replacing the 1925 Act to modernize maritime regulations. The Bill simplifies laws, aligns with international standards, and promotes ease of doing business in shipping. About the Purpose and Key Features of the Bill: Lok Sabha passed the Carriage of Goods …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Indian government has scrapped the equalisation levy on digital ads, easing taxation on global tech firms like Google and Meta. The move aligns with U.S. trade negotiations, amid pressure to reduce tariffs before the April 2 deadline. Equalisation Levy and Its Impact: Introduced in 2016, the equalisation levy imposed …
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