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Trump proposes tariffs on forced labor imports from key partners

The Trump administration is proposing new tariffs on goods from dozens of major trading partners, citing their alleged failure to enforce bans on imports made with forced labor. Tariffs of 10% are planned for countries like Canada and the UK, while China, Japan, and others could face 12.5%. These measures, initiated under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, aim to level the global playing field for American workers and are subject to public comment before taking effect. AI

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Trump proposes tariffs on forced labor imports from key partners

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · The Associated Press ·

    Tariff man rides again as Trump slaps 10% duties on key trading partners — except the ones who get 12.5%

    Trump just proposed new tariffs on 60 countries — 10% for allies like Canada and Japan, 12.5% for everyone else