Trump’s August 1 Tariffs Trigger Urgent Global Trade Talks
The U.S. is set to impose country-specific tariffs starting August 1, 2025, as part of a hardened trade policy under the TRUMP administration. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick formalized the move, leaving trading partners until July 9 to finalize deals or face elevated import duties ranging from 10% to 50%.
Behind closed doors, negotiations are intensifying with 18 major trading nations linked to America’s trade deficit. India appears close to securing a mini trade agreement, while others scramble to avoid punitive measures. The looming deadline has injected urgency into diplomatic channels, with formal letters outlining the austere terms expected imminently.