USTR chief Jamieson Greer criticized a Washington Post editorial on proposed tariffs related to forced labor, stating the piece was driven by 'antipathy' toward President Trump and advocated for a 'laissez-faire approach to modern slavery.'
USTR chief Jamieson Greer criticized a Washington Post editorial on proposed tariffs for forced labor, calling it driven by 'antipathy' toward President Trump and advocating for a 'laissez-faire approach to modern slavery.'
Taiwan is enhancing its review process for imports suspected of being linked to forced labor, aiming to comply with international standards and protect human rights.
China's Commerce Ministry spokesperson He Yongqian stated opposition to US tariffs imposed under the guise of 'forced labor,' calling them unilateral restrictions. He also noted agreement to establish a trade council for discussing reciprocal tariff reductions on certain products.
A Russian woman, Maria, who took a job at a hotel in Mexico, is allegedly being held in forced labor by a cartel. After being fired without pay, she lost contact with her family and was reportedly beaten and left homeless. She was later found in a rehabilitation center.
China's Ministry of Commerce spokesperson He Yong stated that China opposes unilateral trade restrictions, including those imposed by the US over alleged "forced labor," and urges the US to work with China to stabilize bilateral economic ties.
Taiwan's Executive Yuan spokesperson, Li Hui-chih, announced that Taiwan will establish a cross-ministry review mechanism to restrict the import of goods produced by forced labor, in response to a US "forced labor 301 investigation report" that imposed a 10% tariff on Taiwan. The mechanism will be based on the "Trade Act" to regulate such imports, aligning with international human rights standards.
The US is proposing a tariff increase on Australian products to 12.5% as part of a new Section 301 investigation into forced labor. This move aims to circumvent previous court rulings and re-establish a tariff regime similar to the one previously dismantled by the Supreme Court.
Taiwan's Ministry of Labor responded to the USTR's "forced labor" investigation, which recommends a 10% tariff on goods from 14 economies, including Taiwan. The ministry will establish a cross-ministerial review process with the Ministry of Economic Affairs to restrict imports of forced labor goods.
The US Trade Representative proposed an additional 12.5% duty on 54 countries, including India, over alleged failure to restrict imports of goods produced with forced labor. This move, seen as a pressure tactic, comes as India and the US negotiate an interim trade deal.
The US Trade Representative proposed a 12.5% tariff on exports from 54 countries, including India and China, citing failure to prohibit goods made with forced labor. India is engaged in discussions with the US regarding this and a framework agreement.
The US is proposing a 12.5% tariff on Australian goods, citing concerns over forced labor in supply chains. Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the move unwarranted and stated Australia has robust laws against forced labor. The proposal is part of a broader US effort to rebuild its tariff regime.
The US has proposed new tariffs of up to 12.5% on imports from 60 economies, citing concerns over forced labor. Trading partners, including the EU and China, have rejected the claims and called the move 'absurd' and unjustified.
The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has proposed new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on 60 major trading partners, including the EU, China, and India, for failing to effectively prohibit imports of goods produced with forced labor. The proposal is open for public consultation before a final decision.
The USTR plans to impose 10% or 12.5% additional tariffs on imports from 60 economies that failed to prevent transactions of products made with forced labor. South Korea is included in the 12.5% tariff group.
China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated opposition to new US tariffs under Section 301, calling the forced labor claims baseless and a political excuse. She emphasized resolving trade issues through dialogue.
The USTR announced a proposal to impose 10-12.5% tariffs on imports from 60 countries, including Japan, citing insufficient measures against products manufactured with forced labor. The move follows a Supreme Court ruling in February that deemed reciprocal tariffs illegal.
The US has proposed additional tariffs of 10-12.5% on imports from 60 economies, citing concerns over forced labor. This move has drawn international criticism and fears of new trade tensions.
The Trump administration is proposing tariffs of 10% or more on goods from dozens of countries, including China, Canada, and Mexico, citing their alleged failure to enforce bans on imports made with forced labor. The USTR stated this aims to create a level playing field for American workers.
The European Commission criticized US plans to impose a 10% tariff on EU goods, citing the EU's alleged failure to ban imports made with forced labor. The EU called the tariffs unjustified and highlighted its own stringent regulations.
Donald Trump has threatened tariffs of 10-12.5% on 60 countries, including the UK, EU, and Australia, over alleged forced labor failures. The EU criticized the move as a breach of a July trade deal.
Donald Trump is threatening tariffs of 10-12.5% on 60 trading partners, including the UK, EU, and Australia, over alleged forced labor failures. The EU has pushed back, citing a July trade deal.
The US Trade Representative has proposed imposing additional tariffs of 10-12.5% on India and 59 other countries. This action is due to their failure to effectively implement import restrictions on goods produced with forced labor, as per a Section 301 investigation.
The US has imposed a 12.5% trade tariff on Australia and 53 other countries for allegedly failing to prevent imports of goods made with slave labor. Australia disputes the findings, citing its robust modern slavery legislation, and is seeking clarification from US officials.
