New US tariffs linked to claims of foreign forced labor dismay and anger trading partners

The US proposed new tariffs tied to allegations that goods imported from major trading partners may be produced using forced labor, triggering dismay among affected governments and businesses. Under the plan, duties of 10% would apply to imports from countries including Canada, Mexico, the EU, Taiwan, and the UK, while some nations would face 12.5% levies. The administration says partners have not done enough to stop forced-labour supply chains, while critics argue labor concerns are being used to rebuild tariffs that courts have challenged.