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Trump Threatens Tariffs at BRICS, China Pushes Cooperation

7/8/2025

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Trump Warns BRICS

U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning at the BRICS summit in Brazil, threatening a 10% tariff on goods from nations joining the alliance. He condemned what he views as "anti-American" policies. In a swift rebuttal, China emphasized that BRICS fosters cooperation over conflict, highlighting the escalating trade tensions between the two powers.

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Bessent Sets Trade Deadline

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has set a hard deadline of August 1 for countries to finalize trade deals, or they risk facing increased tariffs. President Trump has warned that BRICS nations could see automatic 10% tariffs if agreements aren't reached. Despite the challenges, the administration remains hopeful for substantial trade agreements on the horizon.

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Trump Warns BRICS

U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning at the BRICS summit in Brazil, threatening a 10% tariff on goods from nations joining the alliance. He condemned what he views as "anti-American" policies. In a swift rebuttal, China emphasized that BRICS fosters cooperation over conflict, highlighting the escalating trade tensions between the two powers.

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