WTO predicts global trade slide amid Trump’s tariff shifts

April 16, 2025, 9:22 am

The World Trade Organization has forecast a slight decline in global trade volumes, attributing the downturn to shifts in U.S. tariff policies under President Trump. The analysis warns that if tougher reciprocal tariffs are enforced, the drop in international trade could be more severe. This assessment comes amid escalating tensions with China and ongoing debates over the future of global trade. It highlights the vulnerability of international markets to policy shifts, urging nations and businesses to brace for potential economic impacts.

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