Examining global trade dynamics and tariff policies, analyzing their implications for economies and international relations.
Tariffs, once considered a relic of protectionist pasts, returned with brute force under President Donald J. Trump. With the rise of “America First,” a slogan that evolved into a full-fledged economic doctrine, Trump redrew the lines of international trade. His…
President Trump’s “Liberation Day” on April 2, 2025 will be remembered as a day that shook the financial world. American stock markets shed nearly $5.4 trillion within 48 hours of the tariff announcements, causing panic among investors worldwide. Despite receiving multiple calls and messages from people predicting complete financial meltdown and watching the media frenzy
Trump’s tariffs target countries like China and industries where America has been losing competitive ground. The goal is to make it more expensive for U.S. companies to rely on cheap foreign imports, thereby pushing them to manufacture goods domestically. This aligns with his broader “America First” agenda, which aims to bring back jobs, reduce trade deficits, and protect critical industries like steel, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals
The Indian government has responded with measured pragmatism to the 27% tariff imposed by the United States on its exports, signaling a commitment to negotiating a trade deal despite Washington’s increasingly protectionist stance. While India had sought exemptions from the…
The United States’ decision to impose tariffs on Chinese imports has sparked fresh tensions in global trade, marking a new chapter in the ongoing US-China economic rivalry. We explore the origins of these tariffs, China’s direct countermeasures, and the potential impact on international markets and ordinary households.
Unlike larger economies such as China or the European Union, Canada does not have the economic or political leverage to engage in a prolonged trade war with the United States. This makes Trudeau’s response not only impractical but also strategically flawed. If Canada had approached the situation differently—through diplomacy, economic realignment, and targeted negotiations—the outcome could have been more beneficial.
In marking his return to Presidency,President Donald Trump surrounded by his legal advisors, administration officials, and a handful of press representatives, laid out a robust series of policy directives on immigration, national security and trade.
President Donald Trump’s initial executive orders herald a shift toward traditional values, economic protectionism, and a renewed focus on national sovereignty. These measures aim to address pressing cultural and economic challenges while emphasising the principles of fairness and morality. Below,…
Donald Trump’s second inaugural address set the tone for what promises to be a bold, controversial, and transformative presidency. With a pledge to usher in the “golden age of America,” Trump outlined his vision of a flourishing nation, driven by…
As Donald Trump begins his second term as President of the United States, renewed attention centres on his economic agenda, particularly his reliance on tariffs as a core trade policy tool. Known for his “America First” approach, Trump aims to…