Trump introduced horrendous duties. Poland may also appear on the list
The President of the United States, Donald Trump, announced the introduction of duties for imported goods from Mexico, Canada and China. It is not certain whether the list of countries covered by sanctions will not be extended to the European Union.
From February 1, 2025 The United States introduces 25 % duties on goods imported with Mexico and Canada. President Donald Trump He justified this decision with allegations against these countries regarding the influx of illegal drugs, in particular fentanyl, to the USA. A spokeswoman for the White House, Karoline Leavitt, said:
“Clants to Canada will be introduced tomorrow, and the reason is that both Canada and Mexico allowed the unprecedented invasion of illegal fentanyl, which kills American citizens, as well as (invasion) of illegal immigrants on our country.”
Additionally 10 % The tariffs will be covered Products from Chinawhich are also accused of enabling the influx of illegal drugs to the USA.
New US duties on Mexico, Canada and China
This decision caused immediate reactions from the countries covered by the duties. Mexico and Canadaas one of the largest US partners, they announced taking retaliation to protect your economic interests. China They also expressed their dissatisfaction, emphasizing that such actions can lead to escalation of commercial tensions.
Economists warn that the imposition of duties on such a wide scale can lead to price increase for American consumers and disturbances in global supply chains. They are also possible retaliation from trade partnerswhich may negatively affect the export of American products.
Will Poland and the European Union be next?
President Trump also announced Applying duties on products imported from the European Unionarguing that The EU treats the United States unfairly in commercial matters. In one of his speeches he stated:
“You ask me (…) if I put duties on the European Union. Do you want a real answer, should I give you a political answer? Absolutely”.
Trump criticized European Union for “Terrible treatment” of the United Statesdespite American expenditure on defense of Europe and help for Ukraine. He emphasized that they have duties support American industryand their introduction is necessary.
Potential economic consequences
European Union She had already reacted to American duties, introducing retaliation tariffs for products such as bourbon Whether Harley-Davidson motorcycles. In the event of new customs duties by the USA, The EU will probably take similar stepswhich can additionally exacerbate trade tensions between both sides.
Economists emphasize that Trump’s activities can lead to the destabilization of the global economyespecially in the context of existing ones commercial tensions and uncertainty related to US trade policy.
The introduction of customs duties on such a wide scale can affect diplomatic relationships between the United States and their key trading partners, which may have long -term consequences for international economic cooperation.
