US imposes tariffs on 60 economies, cites failure of forced labor enforcement
( July 23, 2026, 21:39 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: President Donald Trump directed US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to impose tariffs on 60 economies for their failure to impose and effectively enforce a prohibition on the importation of goods produced with forced labor. Acting under Section 301 of the 1974 Trade Act, the USTR said it made the move after investigations that included two rounds of public hearings, more than 2,100 public comments and engagement with trading partners to remedy longstanding concerns.See statement, attached Federal Register notice and fact sheet:...
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