Tariffs

Norway rejects US claim on forced labour, opposes tariffs

A 3D-printed miniature model of U.S. President Donald Trump and the Norway flag appear in this illustration taken January 17, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration

Trump’s latest tariff salvo may not be fix for global issue of forced labour

One-third of Singapore’s exports could be slapped with a 12.5 per cent tariff, its Ministry of Trade and Industry said on June 4 as it rejected the US claim of forced labour links.

New Trump tariff of 12.5% would cover one-third of Singapore exports to the US: MTI

The new tariffs will replace a 10 per cent global levy under Section 122 when it expires in late July.

Trump orders US Customs to crack down on tariff cheats

The order would address issues like importers’ use of shell companies, schemes that route shipments through a third country in order to hide the true origin.

ST Explains: What does Trump’s new tariff on ‘forced labour’ mean for Singapore trade?

The proposed forced-labour tariff drew immediate criticism from major economies such as the EU and China, and experts expect lawsuits once it goes into effect.

Singapore could face 12.5% US tariff after forced labour trade probe

ST20260518-202682200463-Lim Yaohui-pixgeneric/ People near the Jubilee Bridge with the Central Business District (CBD) skyline on May 18, 2026. Can be used for stories on family, money, property, land, tourist, tourism, commercial, office, invest, budget, income, finance, financial, CBD, URA, population, and economy. (ST PHOTO: LIM YAOHUI)

US proposes levies of at least 10% as Trump rebuilds tariff wall

The recommended duties are a result of probes launched under a separate legal authority known as Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.

US government appeals judge’s order for tariff refunds

A refunds system handled by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has already begun to process repayments.

Trump administration proposes 25% tariff to punish Brazil over trade practices

A drone view shows ships and containers at the Port of Santos, in Santos, Brazil April 3, 2025. REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli

US to cut tariffs on agricultural equipment as costs bite

Duty rate on machinery like harvesters, alongside certain other equipment, will be reduced from 25 per cent to 15 per cent.

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