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Trump imposes tariffs on Australia over forced labour practices

Donald TrumpRichard MarlesAustraliaUnited States12.5%

The United States raised tariffs on Australian goods to 12.5 per cent on 2026-07-23, with the Trump administration citing inadequate efforts by Australia and 59 other countries to eliminate forced labour. Australia's Defence Minister Richard Marles defended the country's modern slavery laws, calling the move senseless.

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