#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.
Trump Rebuffs Starmer: Tariffs Remain 'Substantial' Despite UK's Trade Deal Hopes
- Friday, 18 April 2025
Donald Trump has stated that he will keep "substantial" 10% tariffs on all goods imported to America, dealing a blow to Sir Keir Starmer’s hopes of eliminating US trade levies. The US President imposed these tariffs as well as 25% charges on aluminium, steel, and cars. Despite some American officials claiming a US-UK agreement could be signed within three weeks, Trump signaled he is in "no rush" to sign trade deals with countries looking to reduce tariffs.
