Trump threatens more tariffs as global trade tensions escalate

Thursday 13 March 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 13 Mar 2025, 11:57am

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United States President Donald Trump has threatened additional duties on European Union goods following the implementation of 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminium imports. Major trading partners have signalled intentions to retaliate, while an economist warns that New Zealand could also be affected by the escalating trade war.

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1. Otago Daily TimesThu 13 Mar 2025, 9:41am

   Trump threatens further tariffs as EU, Canada retaliate (opens in new tab)

2. RNZThu 13 Mar 2025, 11:57am

   NZ might soon be in firing line for US tariffs in Trump's trade war - economist (opens in new tab)