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Trump's 10% Tariff Sparks BRICS Leaders' Outrage

7/7/2025

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On July 3, 2025, President Donald Trump unveiled a bold 10% tariff targeting nations aligned with BRICS during their summit in Brazil. In response, BRICS leaders condemned the move as a protectionist threat, cautioning that it could destabilize the global economy. Trump affirmed the tariffs would be enforced on August 1 for those who do not comply, after a brief 90-day grace period.

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On July 3, 2025, President Donald Trump unveiled a bold 10% tariff targeting nations aligned with BRICS during their summit in Brazil. In response, BRICS leaders condemned the move as a protectionist threat, cautioning that it could destabilize the global economy. Trump affirmed the tariffs would be enforced on August 1 for those who do not comply, after a brief 90-day grace period.