US Imposes 12.5% Tariff on Australian Imports Amid Forced Labour Concerns
The US government has confirmed a 12.5% tariff on Australian exports starting July 24, 2026, citing efforts to combat forced labour, while experts suggest other motivations.
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The US government has confirmed a 12.5% tariff on Australian exports starting July 24, 2026, citing efforts to combat forced labour, while experts suggest other motivations.
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general
New tariffs targeting forced labor violations will take effect Friday, following a Supreme Court ruling and an investigation under the Trade Act of 1974.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 24, 2026, 4:07 AM
us
The Trump administration enacts fresh tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on major US trading partners and others, citing forced labor concerns and economic protectionism.
Guardian US | Jul 24, 2026, 3:58 AM
politics
New tariffs of up to 12.5% will target goods from trading partners accused of not adequately addressing forced labor, extending existing trade measures.
CBS Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 10:31 PM
world
The European Union has eased restrictions on Russian gas transport to prevent Chinese investors from seizing critical liquefied natural gas shipping vessels, while sanctioning Chinese and Hong Kong entities for aiding Moscow’s war effort.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 23, 2026, 5:06 PM
politics
The proposed legislation aims to restrict dominant search engines from favoring their own services, following recent EU fines against Google.
Reason | Jul 23, 2026, 4:02 PM
world
Brussels intensifies its regulatory actions against Big Tech to promote fair competition in the digital market.
Al Jazeera | Jul 23, 2026, 1:55 PM
politics
French Parliament passes legislation banning social media use for children under 15, marking a significant step in Europe's increasing regulation of online activity among minors.
Reason | Jul 23, 2026, 3:27 AM
world
The US president targets Canada's dairy supply management system as a key irritant, threatening tariffs that could impact $20 billion in Canadian goods.
BBC World | Jul 23, 2026, 2:51 AM
world
Following similar measures in the UK and Australia, France becomes the first EU country to implement a social media ban for children under 15.
Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 4:30 AM
world
A large fire near Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport in south-west France has claimed the lives of two firefighters amid ongoing efforts to contain the rapidly evolving blaze.
BBC World | Jul 22, 2026, 3:21 AM
world
The National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) in China has approved a new rare-disease treatment for narcolepsy type 1, marking a global first in drug approval and highlighting China's growing role in biopharmaceutical innovation.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 22, 2026, 1:35 AM
world
Winnie Byanyima urges African governments to increase health financing and address challenges impacting HIV response.
Africanews | Jul 21, 2026, 8:40 PM
world
France considers becoming the first EU country to impose a digital age limit aimed at protecting children online, with the ban potentially taking effect by September 1, 2026.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 21, 2026, 4:25 PM
world
US President Donald Trump signed orders on July 20, 2026, to impose new 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian products, citing discriminatory trade practices by Canada against American goods.
CNA Latest News | Jul 20, 2026, 10:17 PM
world
Antonio Guterres will be the first UN secretary-general in 16 years to visit Cyprus, aiming to restart stalled negotiations on the island's long-standing division.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 20, 2026, 8:37 PM
world
The Chinese online marketplace AliExpress has been fined by the European Union, marking a significant enforcement of the EU’s Digital Services Act.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 20, 2026, 6:52 PMworld
As trade frictions escalate, the EU is strengthening resilience and deterrents to protect its manufacturing sector from deindustrialisation linked to the 'China Shock 2.0'.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 20, 2026, 2:58 PMbusiness
Family-run German bicycle helmet manufacturer KED will relocate its entire production process to China later this year, highlighting challenges faced by European manufacturers amid global trade tensions.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 20, 2026, 1:29 AMworld
Ahead of his first White House visit in nearly 20 years by a Lebanese head of state, President Aoun seeks US support to implement a June 26 agreement aimed at ending Israel-Hezbollah conflict.
Al Jazeera | Jul 19, 2026, 9:51 AMworld
The EU's Entry Exit System has increased passport control times for UK nationals, with Ryanair advising travelers to expect extended waits this summer.
BBC World | Jul 19, 2026, 4:55 AMworld
Belgium joins Ireland in prohibiting goods from Israeli settlements amid stalled EU-wide efforts to regulate settlement trade.
Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 5:09 PMworld
Kallas met with personnel from the EU's ASPIDES and ATALANTA missions to discuss efforts protecting vital shipping routes.
Euronews | Jul 18, 2026, 5:47 AMworld
The European Union aims to relax its emissions trading system, extending deadlines for industries to reduce greenhouse gases as part of a climate policy overhaul.
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