Pakistan, July 31 -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday doubled down on his sweeping global tariffs, claiming they are making America "great and rich again," just hours before new trade measures are set to take effect on August 1. The comments came amid a flurry of last-minute trade deals and rising diplomatic tensions.

Posting on his Truth Social platform, Trump said, "Tariffs are making America great and rich again," adding, "One year ago, America was a dead country, now it is the 'hottest' country anywhere in the world."

The White House recently announced a new round of tariffs targeting several key trading partners. While some countries reached compromise agreements - including South Korea, which secured a 15% tariff rate on ex...