Chinese e-commerce leaders Shein and Temu have announced they will raise prices for U.S. shoppers starting April 25, 2025, as a result of sweeping new tariffs and the end of the $800 de minimis duty-free threshold on Chinese imports. These changes, driven by recent U.S. trade policy shifts under President Donald Trump, mark a turning point…

Canada’s Department of Finance has announced a temporary, targeted exemption from new auto tariffs for domestic car manufacturers, granting a limited reprieve as North American trade tensions escalate. The policy, unveiled April 22, 2025, allows Canadian automakers to import a setnumber of passenger vehicles and light trucks assembled in the U.S. duty-free—provided strict conditions are met. Key Details of the Exemption Relief for Essential…

DHL Express has announced it will suspend all global deliveries of packages valued over $800 to U.S. consumers, citing mounting customs delays and regulatory uncertainty as the United States prepares to end the duty-free de minimis exemption for low-value imports from China and Hong Kong. The new rules, which take effect May 2, 2025, are expected to significantly…

Mexico has abruptly halted all fuel imports by truck from Texas, effectively closing the land border for gasoline and diesel shipments for more than two weeks. The move comes as Mexican authorities ramp up cargo inspections and scrutinize import permits, part of a broader crackdown on tax evasion and fuel smuggling that has disrupted a…

The City of El Paso has adopted its first-ever International Policy Agenda, marking a historic milestone in the region’s approach to global engagement and cross-border collaboration. Approved in April 2025, this strategic framework is designed to guide binational cooperation, attract foreign direct investment (FDI), and modernize critical city-owned infrastructure—including international bridges and trade corridors—at a…

Tariffs—taxes on imported goods—are a fact of life for many U.S. businesses. But how do firms actually keep track of these costs, pay them, and stay compliant with ever-changing trade rules? Here’s a straightforward guide to how it works in practice. What Is a Tariff and Who Pays It? A tariff is a tax the…

In response to escalating U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods, Apple is rapidly expanding iPhone production in India to reduce reliance on China and avoid steep import duties. Recent reports reveal the tech giant airlifted 600 tons of iPhones (approximately 1.5 million units) from India to the U.S. in April 2025, leveraging India’s lower tariff rates and streamlined…

On April 9, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order modifying reciprocal tariff rates in response to retaliation from trading partners, particularly China. This latest action, part of the administration’s broader strategy to address persistent trade deficits and protect U.S. national security, has intensified global trade tensions and reshaped tariff structures for numerous…

On April 9, 2025, President Donald J. Trump announced a 90-day suspension of country-specific tariffs introduced earlier in April, easing pressure on 59 trading partners while escalating tensions with China. This move, coupled with a universal 10% baseline tariff on most imports, has created a complex landscape for global trade, offering temporary relief to some…

President Trump’s “Liberation Day” announcement on April 2 introduced sweeping tariff measures accompanied by a chart outlining new import taxes targeting over 60 countries. Here’s a breakdown of the key components: Core Components of the Tariff Plan Here is the full RT chart: Country Tariffs Charged to the U.S.A. (%) U.S.A. Discounted Reciprocal Tariffs (%)…

On April 2, 2025, President Donald J. Trump announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on all imported aluminum cans and canned beer, set to take effect at 12:01 AM EDT on Friday, April 4. This move marks an expansion of the administration’s existing aluminum tariffs and is part of a broader push to protect…

On April 2, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order eliminating duty-free de minimis treatment for low-value imports from China and Hong Kong. This decisive action is part of a broader effort to address the synthetic opioid crisis, which has claimed over 450,000 American lives in the past decade. By closing a loophole that has…