Apr 01, 2025
Dirty countries most affected by President Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs
On April 2, 2025, President Trump announced sweeping tariffs targeting nations with significant trade imbalances with the U.S., dubbed the "Liberation Day" tariffs
China, as the largest contributor to the U.S. trade deficit, China faces significant tariffs aimed at addressing longstanding trade imbalances
European Union countries have a notable trade surplus with the U.S., leading to tariffs on various European goods and services
Mexico's substantial trade surplus with the U.S. results in targeted tariffs, particularly affecting the automotive and agricultural sectors
Canada's trade practices have led to its inclusion, with tariffs impacting industries like lumber and dairy
Japan's significant automotive exports to the U.S. place it among the countries facing increased tariffs under this policy
Germany faces tariffs affecting its automotive and industrial sectors
South Korea's electronics and automotive exports contribute to its trade surplus with the U.S., leading to targeted tariffs
India's growing trade surplus with the U.S. results in tariffs impacting its textile and information technology sectors
Malaysia's electronics and palm oil exports contribute to its trade surplus with the U.S., leading to targeted tariffs under the new policy
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