‘Extremely disappointing’: US trade partners respond to Trump’s new tariffs - Al Jazeera
The Trump administration has imposed new tariffs on over 80 countries, citing concerns over forced labor in imported goods. International trade partners have criticized the move as disappointing and legally questionable.
Why it matters
These tariffs represent a significant escalation in trade tensions and could lead to retaliatory measures from global allies.
Countries question Trump administration’s latest round of tariffs, which relate to forced labour claims.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info The European Central Bank HQ in Frankfurt is seen behind shipping containers [File: Thomas Lohnes/Getty Images] By Holden Lombardo and News Agencies Published On 24 Jul 2026 24 Jul 2026 Countries across the world have responded to the latest round of tariffs imposed by the administration of United States President Donald Trump.
The reactions on Friday came the day after Washington imposed the new measures, targeting more than 80 countries with rates ranging from 10 percent to 12.5 percent on goods.
The administration justified the levies under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, saying that the countries in question failed to adequately restrict imported goods made with forced labour. Many of the countries targeted have rejected the allegation.
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