US proposes levies of at least 10% as Trump rebuilds tariff wall
The US is proposing tariffs of at least 10% on imports from major trading partners due to concerns over forced labor practices. This move is part of President Trump's efforts to reinstate tariffs that were previously deemed unconstitutional. The proposed duties will undergo a public comment period before implementation, which may lead to adjustments.
- ▪The proposed tariffs will apply to imports from Canada, Mexico, the EU, Taiwan, and Britain, among others.
- ▪China, India, Japan, South Korea, Brazil, and Switzerland would face a higher 12.5% levy.
- ▪The tariffs are a response to investigations under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 regarding forced labor.
- ▪Certain products, including apparel and textiles, may qualify for reduced tariff rates based on US export volumes.
- ▪The proposed tariffs come at a time of economic uncertainty due to rising energy prices and inflation concerns.
3 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 10 hours. All of the coverage we found sits in one bucket: centre. That one-sidedness is itself worth noticing.
- ▪ U.S. proposes new 10% levy on Canada, other countries, as Trump looks to rebuild tariff wall — The Globe and Mail
- ▪ Trump proposes new levies of at least 10% to rebuild tariff wall — Japan Times
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US proposes levies of at least 10% as Trump rebuilds tariff wallSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxThe recommended duties are a result of probes launched under a separate legal authority known as Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.PHOTO: AFPPublished Jun 03, 2026, 12:24 PMUpdated Jun 03, 2026, 12:24 PMWASHINGTON – The US is proposing tariffs of at least 10 per cent on imports from most major trading partners following an investigation into goods allegedly produced by forced labour, as President Donald Trump seeks to rebuild the sweeping tariff wall struck down by the US Supreme Court.The 10 per cent rate would apply to imports from Canada, Mexico, the European Union, Taiwan and Britain, among other places, according to a statement from the Office of the US Trade…
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