US Trade Representative
Coverage of US Trade Representative in the Nexus archive.
- Greer Says ‘Deal’s a Deal’ for Economies With Capped US Tariffs
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer confirmed a deal regarding capped US tariffs, stating it will benefit economies. The agreement finalizes tariff limits to support economic stability.
- Trump makes new play for tariffs
The Trump administration is proposing tariffs of up to 12.5% on 60 countries and the European Union, citing failure to enforce forced labor bans. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer emphasized commitment to the US-EU trade deal, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent addressed inflation concerns and the status of a $250 bill featuring Donald Trump.
- Trump could slap Australia with 12.5% tariff for allegedly importing goods made by slave labour
Trump may impose a 12.5% tariff on Australia for allegedly importing goods made by forced labor. Australia claims it has 'robust, comprehensive and world-leading legislation addressing forced labour and modern slavery.' The US trade representative listed Australia among 54 economies that failed to enforce prohibitions on forced labor imports.
- US vows to keep some Canada, Mexico tariffs as trade pact deadline looms
The US plans to maintain tariffs on some Canadian and Mexican imports, complicating efforts to extend the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) past its July 1 deadline. The Trump administration cited unresolved trade disputes with Canada and a large trade deficit, while Mexico reported a record monthly trade surplus. Mexico has surpassed China as the US's largest trading partner.
- US to seek public comment on which Chinese goods get tariff cuts
The US Trade Representative announced plans to seek public comment on Chinese goods eligible for tariff cuts, as part of a joint 'Board of Trade' agreement with China targeting $30 billion in non-strategic goods. A public notice will be issued soon to facilitate the process.
- No ‘immediate’ tariffs on semiconductors
The US will not impose immediate tariffs on semiconductors, according to US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. Greer emphasized the importance of timing and appropriate tariff levels during a visit to Micron's Virginia facility, noting that recent Trump administration actions in China do not alter the approach. Upcoming US-Mexico-Canada trade talks will focus on rules of origin and economic security.
- China agrees to trade board with US
China and the US agreed to establish trade and investment bodies following a summit between their leaders. The US trade representative indicated a deal for 200 Boeing aircraft was finalized, with expectations for increased Chinese agricultural purchases and a mechanism to resolve disputes between the superpowers.
- China committed to not 'provide material support to Iran,' US trade rep says
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated that China is committed to not providing material support to Iran. This statement was made after President Donald Trump's trip to China. The commitment is a key point of discussion between the US and China.