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Trump issues tariff letters to seven countries

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Posted on July 9, 2025

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WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday issued a round of tariff letters to six countries, including Algeria, Brunei, Iraq, Libya, Moldova and the Philippines. The letters call

Trump Sends Tariff Letters to Seven Nations Including Algeria and Iraq

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday issued a round of tariff letters to seven countries, including Algeria, Iraq, Libya, Sri Lanka and the Philippines. 

The letters call for tariffs of 30% each on Algeria, Iraq, Libya and Sri Lanka, 25% each on Brunei and Moldova, and 20% on the Philippines.

(Reporting by Ryan Patrick Jones; writing by Susan Heavey; editing by Bhargav Acharya an Franklin Paul)

Key Takeaways

  • President Trump issued tariff letters to seven countries.
  • Tariffs range from 20% to 30% on various nations.
  • Countries affected include Algeria, Iraq, and the Philippines.
  • The move is part of Trump's broader trade policy.
  • Tariffs aim to address trade imbalances.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which countries received tariff letters from Trump?
The countries that received tariff letters include Algeria, Iraq, Libya, Sri Lanka, Brunei, Moldova, and the Philippines.
What are the proposed tariff rates for these countries?
The proposed tariffs are 30% for Algeria, Iraq, Libya, and Sri Lanka; 25% for Brunei and Moldova; and 20% for the Philippines.
Who reported on the tariff letters issued by Trump?
The article was reported by Ryan Patrick Jones and written by Susan Heavey, with editing by Bhargav Acharya and Franklin Paul.

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