📌 Is protectionism back in the spotlight?
In the framework of the "America First" policy, President Donald Trump recently announced new tariffs ranging from 25% to 40% on imports coming from more than 14 countries, including Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, and South Africa. This move reflects a strong return to a protectionist approach in international trade.
🎯 Key points:
- The tariffs include allied countries: such as Japan and South Korea, surprising traditional partners of the United States.
- Threatening messages to world leaders: Trump sent direct messages carrying threats of additional tariffs if trade conditions were not adjusted.
- Extension of negotiation deadline: The implementation of some tariffs has been postponed to what is known as "Liberation Day," with a deadline until August 1 to finalize new agreements.
📊 Economic impacts:
- U.S. markets have seen declines, most notably a drop in stock indices.
- The dollar has strengthened against the currencies of targeted countries like the Japanese yen and the Korean won.
- Tensions are rising between Washington and some BRICS countries, with the possibility of imposing additional tariffs on them.
🔍 Analysis:
Analysts believe that these tariffs are not just an economic measure but a political tool to exert pressure and redraw the map of trade relations. Conversely, others point out that protectionist policies could weaken the competitiveness of American companies and lead to rising prices within the domestic market.
