Trump's Tariffs: Every effort must be made to prevent trade war - Harkin

Companies across Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal are bracing themselves for impact as Donald Trump prepares to bring in wide-ranging tariffs.The EU and Irish Government are expecting the US President to announce taxes of 20 per cent on all goods imported into America.President Trump is due to make his landmark 'Liberation Day' announcement at 9 o'clock tonight Irish time.It's thought the tariffs will change world trade beyond recognition.Junior Minister Marian Harkin says exporters here must be protected and that every effort must be made to ensure a trade war is prevented: