US Prepares New Tariffs on Dozens of Trade Partners

Kathmandu. As the temporary 10 percent global import duty imposed by President Donald Trump is set to expire this week, the United States is preparing to announce new duties affecting dozens of trade partner countries. The US administration has moved forward with plans to impose new taxes on about 60 trade partners, accusing them of not taking effective steps against forced labor.

US Trade Representative Jamison Greer signaled that decisions regarding the new duties would be announced soon, but did not disclose a timeline. According to him, further steps will be taken in accordance with US trade policy on issues related to forced labor.