New Tariffs Target Forced Labor Violations | Europe News

The U.S. is slapping new tariffs on goods from 60 trading partners as a temporary 10% duty expires, with rates of 10% or 12.5% aimed squarely at forcing global allies to crack down on forced labor — a move designed to revive a tariff-heavy trade strategy. Unlike past tariffs that faced legal hurdles, this one leverages a different section of trade law to maintain baseline duties on nearly all imports, even after a Supreme Court ruling. Officials frame it as a moral and economic imperative, responding to bipartisan pressure in Congress to clean up supply chains. The U.S. claims its enforcement is tougher than others’, giving rivals an unfair edge. Exemptions abound: oil, gas, fertilizer, food, steel, aluminum, and USMCA-compliant goods are spared. Rates also shift based on countries’ recent anti-forced labor laws, with final tweaks made after public feedback. The President’s message? All tools are on the table to reshape global trade. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4e2465a627e1a62b