Trump’s Tariffs Trigger Global Economic Impact: Treasurer

Trump’s tariffs trigger global economic impact: Treasurer

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says there are growing signs US President Donald Trump’s tariffs were harming global trade and were not good for the economy.

Trump’s tariffs impact on US trade and cargo flows

Cargo moves into and out of the US have been inexorably intertwined with pronouncements from the White House that might impact trade flows.

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Donald Trump is preparing to unveil details of his sweeping ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs on “all countries” which trade with the United States – and we want to hear your thoughts on today’s impending announcement. While it’s still unclear how much the tariffs will be, Chancellor Rachel Reeves yesterday warned the Cabinet they will hit the British economy. Speaking to ministers, she said “global tariffs will have an impact on the UK as an open tradin…

Stephen Olson quoted by Financier Worldwide: “Tariffs trauma: business risks amid global trade wars”

This article was published in the August 2025 issue. Stephen Olson is Visiting Senior Fellow with ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute. To read the article, visit The post Stephen Olson quoted by Financier Worldwide: “Tariffs trauma: business risks amid global trade wars” appeared first on ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute.

Trump’s Trade Wars Could Trigger Global Recession, Warns UN

Trump’s Trade Wars Could Trigger Global Recession, Warns UN | Trump Tariffs | N18G Donald Trump’s trade wars and tariffs are dragging down the global economy, the UN’s trade and development body, UNCTAD, has warned. Trump’s policies have disrupted supply chains, paralysed investment, and reduced growth projections. Foreign investment has fallen to levels last seen during the financial crisis, with developing nations such as Vietnam, Cambodia, an…