Could Trump’s trade strategy forge new alliances against him?

Could Trump’s trade strategy forge new alliances against him?

Russia, India, China and Brazil refuse to bend to US tariffs.

Seek new trade alliances - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday

THE EDITOR: Tariffs are directly linked to international trade and influence the cost of goods, which can impact travel, imports, and exports. When tariffs increase, the prices of imported goods rise, making travel-related purchases — like foreign goods, luxury items, and even tourism packages — more expensive for consumers. Conversely, free or low tariffs encourage more trade and tourism, benefiting broader economic activity. Mediocrity in gove…