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Trump turns tariffs into political weapons

U.S. President Trump has gone beyond using tariffs to raise additional revenue. He has set out to use tariffs as a political tool to intervene in Brazil’s politics and force BRICS to give up its de-dollarisation agenda. There are concerns that such a tool can be used on other countries.

July 14, 2025 / 08:43 IST
Trump turns tariffs into political weapons

With leaders in several countries feeling cornered by Trump, there is a strong possibility that their relationship with the U.S. would come under severe strain.

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