Top US officials confirm that a new trade tariff will go into effect soon. The tariff was announced by President Donald Trump.
What’s happening
The new tariff starts on April 9. It will affect many countries that trade with the US. Some countries will charge the US more for certain products in response.
US officials speak out
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was asked if the tariff is permanent. He said “that’s up to President Trump.”
US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said there won’t be a delay. “The tariffs are coming,” he said.
Impact of the tariff
The tariff will change how countries trade with the US. Some products from other countries will cost more.
- Products from some countries will have a 10% tariff.
- Other countries will have higher tariffs because the US has a trade deficit with them.
Reaction from other countries
Some countries want the US to delay the tariff. Vietnam asked for a 46-day delay. But US officials say they won’t delay it.
What’s next
The tariff starts soon. Countries are preparing for the change. The US says it’s open to talking to other countries about trade. But for now, the tariff is going into effect as planned.
Source: BBC
