Tariffs, explained: What Trump seeks from international trade deals
In recent years, the subject of tariffs has moved from the pages of economic textbooks to the forefront of public debate, largely driven by former U.S. President Donald Trump’s high-profile approach to international trade. While tariffs have long been a key tool in the economic policies of nations around the world, their use under Trump's administration reignited discussions about their purpose, effectiveness, and long-term impact on global markets and domestic industries.Tariffs, at their core, are taxes placed on imported goods. They are designed to make foreign products more expensive, thereby encouraging consumers and businesses to purchase domestically produced alternatives. Governments…






