Trump, Brazil and tariff
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President Trump on Wednesday said he would be sending letters to over 150 countries as he plans a barrage of duties to take effect Aug. 1, including levies on pharmaceutical imports and semiconductors.
Brazilian President Lula da Silva vowed to trigger Brazil's reciprocity law if negotiations with the U.S. fail.
Countries are preparing to respond in-kind if Trump follows through on his latest threats. Domestic industries fear the worst.
President Trump is reportedly pushing for higher blanket tariffs on imports from the European Union, throwing a wrench in negotiations ahead of an Aug. 1 deadline for sweeping duties to take effect. The Financial Times reported that Trump wants a minimum of a 15% to 20% tariff on EU goods as part of any deal.
That's the total value of pharmaceuticals China imported last year, up from $27 billion in 2017. Despite Beijing's drive for economic self-sufficiency, it has continued to welcome U.S. medical ...
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will keep working toward a new trade framework with the United States despite U.S.
Meanwhile, Brazil announced its own countermeasures while Mexico remains confident it will reach a deal by Aug. 1.
Trump said that he will raise taxes on many goods from Canada to 35% Here's a look at countries that have gotten tariff letters — and where things stand now.