Trump Directs Agencies to Explore Retaliatory Tariffs Against Foreign Countries
2025-02-13
The Wall Street Journal
In a move that could upend decades of international trade rules, President Trump has ordered federal agencies to study the implementation of reciprocal tariffs, aiming to match the tariffs imposed by other countries on US goods. This shift in trade policy could have significant implications for global commerce, potentially leading to a trade war. The US is seeking to level the playing field and promote fair trade practices, using keywords like trade reciprocity and tariff reform to guide their efforts. As the world watches, the impact of these retaliatory tariffs on international trade agreements and global economic stability remains to be seen.