The relevant document is published on the White House website. The measure will affect countries such as Argentina, Australia, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Canada, the European Union, Mexico, South Korea and Japan. The move was part of President Donald Trump's trade strategy aimed at supporting American manufacturers. The decision to impose duties on steel and aluminum was announced the day before.
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Experts warn that the new duties may lead to higher prices for building materials and other metal-dependent goods, which will negatively affect the construction industry and related sectors. In addition, duties will apply to imports from all countries, which may trigger retaliatory measures from other countries and exacerbate existing trade disputes.
