为了咖啡、香蕉“服软”？特朗普政府将减免拉丁美洲四国部分关税

Core Points - The Trump administration has reached a trade agreement framework with Argentina, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Ecuador, which includes tariff reductions on certain goods [1][5] - The agreement aims to enhance the ability of U.S. companies to sell industrial and agricultural products in these countries [4] - Specific goods, such as coffee and bananas from Ecuador, are expected to benefit from tariff exemptions [2][5] Group 1: Tariff Reductions - Tariff rates for most goods from Guatemala, El Salvador, and Argentina will remain at 10%, while Ecuador's tariff rate will stay at 15%, with some goods receiving tariff reductions [1][5] - Approximately 70% of goods exported from Guatemala to the U.S. will be exempt from tariffs due to the inability to produce these goods domestically [5] Group 2: Focus on Beef - The agreement with Argentina emphasizes improving market access for beef, with a commitment to mutually beneficial trade conditions [6] - The U.S. is experiencing significant increases in beef prices, with some products rising by 12% to 18% year-over-year [6] - The agreement is expected to exempt Argentine beef from a 10% import tariff, although it may not change the existing export quota limitations for Argentine beef to the U.S. [7] Group 3: Broader Trade Negotiations - The U.S. Trade Representative is also engaging in discussions with Switzerland, indicating ongoing efforts to negotiate trade agreements that may include tariff reductions [7]