In a significant development on the global trade front, President Donald Trump announced a new trade agreement between the United States and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. The deal, struck following direct discussions with General Secretary Tô Lâm of the Communist Party of Vietnam, introduces a sweeping framework for tariffs, market access, and cooperation, one that could reshape the economic relationship between the two nations. … Read More
Canada and EU Hit Back: How Trump’s New Tariffs Are Shaking Global Trade
On March 12, 2025, President Donald Trump’s administration implemented a 25% tariff on all imported steel and aluminum, marking a significant shift in U.S. trade policy. This move aims to bolster domestic metal industries but has sparked widespread debate and concerns about potential economic repercussions. The decision to impose these tariffs was announced on February 10, 2025, with the intent to reduce reliance on foreign … Read More
What Does the Renewal of the GSP Mean for Trade?
The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) is a long-standing U.S. trade program aimed at fostering economic growth in developing countries while benefiting American businesses. By allowing duty-free imports of eligible products from designated countries, the GSP promotes economic stability abroad and provides U.S. companies with cost-effective access to essential goods. However, this program has been expired since December 31, 2020, leaving many traders in a … Read More
U.S.-China Trade War: Redrawing the Global Economic Landscape
As the U.S.-China trade war heats up again, the world’s two largest economies are at a pivotal juncture. With the second Trump presidency and escalating tariffs, China’s economic strategies and its ambitions to become a high-tech powerhouse face renewed scrutiny. Trump’s Trade Agenda and Its Global Ripple Effect Donald Trump’s proposed tariff hikes, which could reach as high as 60% on Chinese goods, represent a … Read More