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Pacific nations perplexed, worried by Trump tariffs

US President Trump's trade tariffs are impacting Pacific island nations, prompting queries about the 'unfair' impost in 2025.
The US imposed tariffs due to trade deficits with some Pacific Island nations.
The US duties imposed range from a base of 10 percent to as high as 59 percent.
Prime Minister James Marape stated, "We will continue to strengthen our trade relations in Asia and the Pacific, where our produce is welcomed."
Analysts suggest the levies and aid cuts may cause Pacific nations to distrust the US, creating opportunities for China.

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Pacific nations perplexed, worried by Trump tariffs

Pacific island nations hit hardest by US President Donald Trump's trade tariffs are querying the "unfair" impost, and they are fearful of the impact.

19 hours ago·Florida, United States

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Fiji have been slapped with the highest US tariffs in the Pacific

Although New Zealand and Australia seem to have escaped the worst of Donald Trump's latest tariffs some Pacific Islands stand to be hit hard, including a few that aren't even countries.

2 days ago·New Zealand

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commonwealthunion.com

Two Commonwealth Nations, One Big Vision: What Fiji and PNG Just Agreed On - Commonwealth Union

A landmark trade delegation to Papua New Guinea, spearheaded by Deputy Prime Minister and Trade Minister Manoa Kamikamica, has culminated in the identification of pivotal strategies designed to augment collaborative efforts across crucial sectors, including agriculture and tourism. The recently concluded business mission has demonstrably fortified bilateral economic and technical partnerships with Papua New Guinea, a development poised to signif…

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fijisun.com.fj

‘Too Early to Panic’ on Tariffs: Kamikamica

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade Manoa Kamikamica says it is “too early to be panicking” about the new tariff rate that Fiji is set to face, after United States (U.S) President Donald Trump’s trade policy was unveiled yesterday. The U.S imposed a 32 per cent ‘reciprocal tariff’ on Fijian exports. Other countries will also face higher tariffs, while the rest will be charged the baseline 10 per cent tariff. It was also reported that th…

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fijilive.com

FIJI Water evaluates impact, explores options

FIJI Water, the Fijian export commodity which is expected to be affected the most by the 32 per cent tariff announced by the United States of America, is evaluating its potential impact and exploring options. A FIJI Water spokesperson said they were obviously focused on the announcement yesterday and will make assessments accordingly. “We remain committed to delivering FIJI Water to customers and to maintaining strong trade relations.” Meanwhile…

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Post Courier

Disproportionate and unfair, Fiji on 32 percent tariff imposed by Trump

Fiji's Ministry of Finance states the imposition of a 32 percent across the board tariff on Fijian exports into USA is quite disproportionate and unfair. The post Disproportionate and unfair, Fiji on 32 percent tariff imposed by Trump appeared first on Post Courier.

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