Due to the ongoing war in Ukraine and the deepening tension on the Washington–Moscow line, Donald Trump announced a decisive economical response. During his gathering with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the White House, he announced that the deficiency of a peace agreement in the next 50 days would consequence in the imposition of record-high tariffs on Russian exports. The tariffs announced are set to scope 100 percent and will form a form of strong economical force to prompt Russia to complete its military activities.
We are very dissatisfied with Russia for the war in Ukraine – said Trump and added – We will impose very strict duties if we do not scope an agreement within 50 days.
As early as this spring, Trump explained that secondary duties would be to impose taxes on imports of products from countries purchasing Russian oil, which would hit India for example.
A lenient decision
According to the BBC, after Donald Trump announced fresh measures against Russia, the Moscow stock exchange reacted amazingly – the indices grew rapidly. Analysts explain this decision by the fact that investors expected far more extremist decisions from Washington. Earlier speculations referred to the possible introduction of secondary duties of up to 500 percent. Meanwhile, Trump announced that tariffs would scope a maximum of 100 percent, which, despite being a decisive form of pressure, was perceived by the markets as little severe than expected.
Enjoyable conversations and uncomfortable questions
Trump besides referred to the state of the Russian economy and the prospects of trade relations between the US and Russia. He stressed that Moscow should focus on restoring its economical possible and developing global trade alternatively than continuing its war effort. Russia has large potential – said Trump, adding: She should usage her resources to trade, not to war.
The U.S. president admitted to maintaining regular contact with Vladimir Putin, describing these talks as very pleasant. At the same time, he warned that diplomatic gestures were lost in importance in the face of real military actions. erstwhile asked by a BBC writer how far he was prepared to go in the event of an escalation of the conflict by the Kremlin, Trump cut the subject with words: Don't ask me that question.. However, he pointed out that his goal was to end the war.
Ultimately, a strong Europe is simply a very good thing He added that the stableness of the continent is besides in the interests of the United States.
