A World Awakened to Tariffs: The New Norm? For decades, global trade was anchored by a fragile consensus: free trade fosters growth, cooperation, and peace. But that consensus is crumbling. Countries are now seizing on a tactic that was once considered an exception—tariffs—as a routine tool of economic warfare. And it all began when a bold disruptor, President Donald Trump, dared to wield tariffs to challenge decades of trade imbalances. You may think this is old news, but the ripple effects of those decisions are only beginning to show. The result? A global game of economic brinkmanship where every nation is out for itself. But here’s the kicker: not every country is equipped to win this game. Why Tariffs Work…
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