Mexico: President to impose tariffs on China
President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that her government may impose tariffs on imports from countries without trade agreements, including China, under the "Plan Mexico" initiative. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum stated on 4 September 2025
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US: Trump to impose tariffs on chip imports for companies resisting US production shift
"We will be putting a very substantial tariff, not that high, but fairly substantial tariff, with the understanding that if they come into the country, if they are coming in, building, planning to come in, there will not be a tariff. If they are not
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US: Trump administration appeals tariff dispute to Supreme Court
The Trump administration requested the Supreme Court to expedite its review by determining whether to hear the case by September 10 and scheduling arguments for November. The Trump administration has requested that the US Supreme Court on
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India: Trump says zero tariffs offered on US goods
India offers to cut tariffs on US goods to zero, Trump calls trade “one-sided.” US President Donald Trump said on 1 September 2025 that India had offered to reduce tariffs on American goods to zero. He described the trade relationship
See MoreUS: Trump administration seeks fast-track Supreme Court decision on tariffs
The US Appeals Court ruled that the majority of Trump-era tariffs are unlawful, but they will remain in effect until 14 October while a potential Supreme Court review is considered. US President Donald Trump announced plans to seek an expedited
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Australia consults removal of ‘nuisance tariffs’
Treasury has launched a consultation from 28 August-10 December, 2025, to abolish 500 “nuisance tariffs”, with the intention of reducing costs for businesses. The Australian Treasury has initiated a public consultation on proposals to abolish
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Brazil: President adopts cautious stance on US tariff response
Brazil's Foreign Ministry has tasked Camex with analysing the reciprocity law to strengthen its position in tariff negotiations with the US. Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated he is in "no rush" to retaliate against the US
See MoreUS: Appeals Court rules most Trump tariffs illegal, administration advances trade deals despite ruling
The US Appeals Court ruled that most Trump-era tariffs are illegal but allowed them to remain in place until 14 October pending a possible Supreme Court appeal. Despite the ruling, the administration continues trade talks with other
See MoreUS: Trump administration permanently ends low-value package tariff exemption
CBP guidance states parcels will incur fees of USD 80, USD 160, or USD 200 based on Trump-era duty rates: under 16% (e.g., UK, EU), 16-25% (e.g., Indonesia, Vietnam), and over 25% (e.g., China, Brazil, India, Canada), respectively. The Trump
See MoreMexico plans tariffs on Chinese imports
Mexico plans higher tariffs on Chinese imports to protect domestic industries and support a US-backed “Fortress North America” strategy. Mexico is planning to raise tariffs on Chinese imports as part of its 2026 budget proposal, aiming to
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US: 50% tariffs on Indian imports enters into force
US to impose extra 25% tariffs on Indian imports from 27 August 2025, raising total duties to 50%. The US’ tariffs on Indian imports under Executive Order 14329 is taking effect today, 27 August 2025, starting 12:01 AM EDT. Most Indian
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US: Trump threatens China with 200% tariffs if rare-earth magnets remain on restricted export list
In response to US tariff hikes, China, which dominates 90% of global rare-earth magnet production, added magnets to its export restriction list in April. US President Donald Trump stated that China must supply the US with rare-earth magnets or
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US: Trump warns of additional tariffs on nations imposing digital taxes
President Donald Trump warned that countries maintaining digital taxes on major US tech firms such as Google and Amazon would face additional tariffs. US President Donald Trump has threatened countries with additional tariffs if they do not
See MoreUS: Trump administration launches tariff review on furniture imports
This investigation mirrors previous probes into various industries like wind turbines, semiconductors, and critical minerals, all citing national security concerns under Section 232. President Donald Trump has announced, on Truth Social, a
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Canada to exempt retaliatory tariffs on US imports under CUSMA
Canada’s government decision to abolish all tariffs on US goods under CUSMA will take effect on 1 September 2025. Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on 22 August 2025 that Canada will eliminate tariffs on US goods covered under the
See MoreUS: Commerce Department expands steel and aluminium tariffs to include 407 more products
The steel and aluminum used in these products will be subject to a 50% duty rate. The US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security has expanded the steel and aluminium tariffs to include 407 additional product categories covered
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Brazil unveils Sovereign Plan to shield exports from US tariffs
Brazil’s Sovereign Brazil Plan introduces measures including BRL 30 billion in affordable credit, extended export compliance deadlines, and increased REINTEGRA refund rates to protect exporters, preserve jobs, attract investment, and support
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Venezuela prolongs state of economic emergency amid US tariff concerns
The state of emergency is set to remain in effect for 60 days, with the option to extend it for an additional 60 days. Venezuela published Executive Decree No. 5.157 in the Official Gazette on 8 August 2025, declaring a state of national
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