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Why in the News? The U.S. has implemented new tariffs targeting major trading partners like China, Canada, and Mexico. These protectionist measures could disrupt global supply chains, impact economies, and trigger retaliatory tariffs, raising concerns about economic instability and escalating trade conflicts. Consequences of Tariff Wars Tariff wars increase production costs by raising the price …
Read MoreWhy in the News? President Donald Trump announced reciprocal tariffs on major US trade partners, aiming to reduce the trade deficit and boost domestic manufacturing. However, retaliatory tariffs, market instability, and rising economic uncertainty have raised concerns about a potential global recession. Key Announcements and Rationale: President Donald Trump announced “reciprocal tariffs” on US trade …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s average import tariff (17%) is the highest among BRICS nations and five times that of the U.S. (3.3%), mainly due to high agricultural tariffs. The U.S. is pushing for tariff reductions, impacting trade negotiations. India’s Import Tariff Structure India’s average import tariff in 2023 was 17%, significantly higher than the …
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