#TradeWar
The Art of the Trade War
#TradeWar
The Art of the Trade War
Trade wars are like awkward family feuds, but instead of yelling at Thanksgiving dinner, politicians slap each other with tariffs like they're in a passive-aggressive game of economic dodgeball. One country raises steel tariffs, another retaliates with a cheese embargo, and suddenly world leaders are arguing over dairy like it's a geopolitical episode of MasterChef. Meanwhile, politicians give dramatic speeches about "protecting national interests," which loosely translates to, "We have no idea what we’re doing, but it sounds patriotic." In the end, nobody wins—except maybe smugglers and black market avocado dealers.
Ireland in Tariff Crosshairs as Trump Targets China
- Tuesday, 01 April 2025
Ireland is expected to be among the hardest hit countries by Trump's proposed tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese goods. The country's economy relies heavily on US trade, and tariffs could have a significant impact on industries such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and technology companies. Ireland is also home to many multinational corporations, including Google, Facebook, and Apple, which could be affected by the tariffs.
