President Donald Trump’s long-awaited tariffs have finally gone into effect this Thursday after several delays. Import taxes on goods from countries with extensive trade ties to the U.S.—including India, Switzerland, and South Africa—now range up to 39%, with India’s rate set to reach a hefty 50% within three weeks. The rollout coincides with a White House event focused on boosting American manufacturing, where Trump spoke to the press and prepared to sign new executive orders.
n parallel, Trump has signaled his intent to meet soon with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The announcement followed a recent meeting between Putin and Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, in Moscow—highlighting ongoing diplomatic maneuvering amid rising global tensions #BitcoinSPACDeal
