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Trump says BRICS-aligned countries to face additional 10% tariffs

UNITED STATES, JUL 9 – Trump targets BRICS and aligned countries with a 10% tariff to counter efforts undermining the US dollar, affecting nations representing 40% of global economic output, officials said.

  • Revealing the charade, a senior insider said on Monday that Trump's tariff threats were a 'theatrical show', suggesting his trade war was largely for show.
  • With negotiations underway, the White House insider admits Trump's tariff threats are 'just a theatrical show' and not serious, aiming to pressure BRICS nations before the July 9 deadline.
  • According to a Politico report, there is no real urgency at the White House and negotiators Scott Bessent, Howard Lutnick and Jamieson Greer lack authority, leaving foreign officials confused and chastised by Trump.
  • At the Rio summit, BRICS leaders warned rising tariffs threaten global trade, continuing veiled criticism of unilateral protectionism, in a joint statement released on Sunday afternoon.
  • President Trump announced on Truth Social that tariffs will take effect on August 1, 2025 with duties up to 70% if no deals materialize, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized the deadline is firm.
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