07.06.2026 11:50
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has initiated new trade moves following the Supreme Court's ruling on customs tariffs. While the U.S. considers imposing new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on over 60 countries, including Turkey and the European Union, it has also taken new steps targeting Brazil and Vietnam. Additionally, the administration is working on regulations to reshape trade relations with China.
US President Donald Trump has initiated new trade moves after the country's highest court overturned some customs tariffs imposed under presidential powers.
US trade officials have proposed applying a 25% tariff on Brazil and launched a new investigation into trade with Vietnam. Additionally, citing forced labor laws, new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% have been proposed for over 60 countries, including Turkey and the European Union.
NEW INVESTIGATIONS ON THE TABLE
According to a report by the Financial Times, the US administration is conducting a comprehensive investigation into overcapacity and state subsidies in industrial sectors. It is stated that new tariffs could be imposed on some countries once the investigation is complete. The Washington administration has also requested companies to provide feedback on their plans regarding the future of trade with China.
METHOD CHANGE AFTER COURT RULING
Following a ruling by the US Supreme Court in February, the Trump administration can no longer directly announce tariffs using emergency powers.
As a result, the White House has turned to older trade laws that require public comment and formal reports. Experts note that tariffs will now take effect after longer procedures in the new era.
END OF JULY IS A CRITICAL DATE
The Trump administration is working to complete new regulations by the end of July, when the current temporary tariffs expire. These tariffs were applied under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 and can only remain in effect for 150 days. Therefore, the administration is seeking to establish different legal bases for new tariffs.
CONCERN OVER HIGHER TARIFFS
While many countries assume the US will maintain current tariff rates, some trade partners are concerned about the possibility of higher rates being introduced.
Meanwhile, the Washington administration has reduced tariffs on some agricultural and industrial equipment to ease pressure on inflation and the cost of living ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. Customs tariffs on some agricultural machinery, bulldozers, and forklifts have been lowered from 25% to 15%.
SIGNAL OF A NEW ERA IN TRADE WITH CHINA
The US administration is also continuing its efforts to reshape trade relations with China. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated that Washington is open to reducing tariffs on some Chinese goods. However, experts indicate that new investigations and additional tariffs will continue to dominate the global trade agenda in the coming period.