Fresh US tariffs on 60 countries; first China duo win Fields Medal: SCMP’s 7 highlights
ONP Summary
Trump's administration announced new tariffs of 10-12.5% on approximately 60 countries, replacing a universal tariff that expired after the Supreme Court rejected its legal basis. The action affects numerous nations including European Union members and is justified as addressing inadequate forced labor protections.
Progressive:Trade war escalation — progressive outlets frame Trump's move as resuming aggressive commercial conflict after a Supreme Court setback, continuing an escalatory campaign.
Conservative:Forced labor enforcement — conservative outlets characterize the tariffs as Trump addressing inadequate labor protections in affected countries.
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1. US slaps fresh tariffs on China, 50-plus countries in latest wave
The United States imposed late on Thursday a fresh wave of tariffs against 60 countries, including China, Japan, South Korea, India and European Union member states,...
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