#TariffsPause A **tariff pause** is a temporary stop or delay in applying tariffs, which are taxes on imported goods. Governments may use a tariff pause to help reduce prices, support local businesses, or encourage trade during tough economic times. For example, during a shortage, a country might pause tariffs on essential goods like food or medicine to make them cheaper for people. A tariff pause can also be used during trade talks to ease tensions between countries. However, if kept too long, it may harm local industries that rely on tariff protection to compete with foreign products.