Pakistan, May 5 -- President Donald Trump announced a 100% tariff on all films produced outside the United States, including those by American studios filmed abroad. He labeled this foreign production as a "national security threat" and a factor in Hollywood's rapid decline. Trump directed the Department of Commerce and the U.S. Trade Representative to implement the new tariffs immediately.

The move targets major studios like Netflix, Disney, and Warner Bros., which often film in countries such as Canada, the UK, and Australia to reduce costs. Trump claims foreign governments are luring U.S. filmmakers with tax incentives, undermining American cultural influence.

Industry experts warn that the tariffs could lead to higher production cos...