On June 3, 2026, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) announced plans to introduce additional tariffs on trading partners due to concerns regarding forced labor. The USTR identified 60 economies that are either importing goods produced with forced labor or not adequately enforcing restrictions against such imports. The proposed tariffs will be double-digit rates applied to 16 key trading partners.
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U.S. Trade Representative Proposes Additional Tariffs Due to Forced Labor Concerns
The U.S. Trade Representative has proposed new tariffs on 60 economies over forced labor concerns. The tariffs will target goods produced under such conditions and will apply to 16 key trading partners.
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