“对等关税”2.0来袭

Core Points - The article discusses the unilateral trade policies implemented by the Trump administration, particularly the new "reciprocal tariff" rates that will affect various trade partners [1][2][3]. Group 1: Tariff Rates and Adjustments - The new "reciprocal tariff" rates will maintain a 10% tariff on imports from countries with which the U.S. has a trade surplus, while a 15% tariff will apply to countries with a trade deficit, affecting approximately 40 nations [3][4]. - Specific countries have been identified with varying tariff rates, such as Canada at 35%, Algeria at 30%, and Switzerland at 39%, with some countries experiencing significant reductions in their tariffs [4][6][7]. - The average tariff rate in the U.S. is expected to rise from 13.3% to 15.2% with the new tariffs taking effect on August 7 [10]. Group 2: Trade Negotiations and Agreements - The U.S. has reached limited trade agreements with several countries, including Japan and South Korea, but the overall progress has been slow, with only seven agreements reached in 120 days [11][13]. - The article highlights ongoing negotiations with China and Mexico, where both countries have been granted a 90-day window to continue discussions on tariffs [14][15]. Group 3: Legal and Economic Implications - The legality of Trump's tariff policies is under scrutiny, with federal courts questioning the extent of presidential power in implementing such tariffs without congressional approval [16][17]. - Economists warn that the new tariffs could have profound impacts on the global economy, particularly affecting Asian economies, and emphasize the need for international cooperation to mitigate trade barriers [17][18].