Afghanistan, Aug. 1 -- President Trump raised tariffs on Afghanistan imports from 10% to 15%, a move aimed at reshaping trade but adding pressure to Afghanistan's fragile, export-dependent economy.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday a new round of tariffs on imports from dozens of countries, raising duties on Afghanistan goods from 10 percent to 15 percent.
The increase, part of Trump's broader trade strategy, aims to reduce America's trade deficit and push other nations toward accepting more reciprocal trade agreements.
This latest hike follows the 10 percent tariff Trump imposed on Afghanistan imports in April, which he framed as an initial step to reshape global trade terms.
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