International Relations – Page 9

Trump Shifts From Lifting Up America’s Neighbors to Hurting Them

President Trump’s stiff tariffs on Mexico and Canada could push those allies into recession. The impact for America could be messy.

By Ana Swanson

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Trump to Pause Auto Tariffs for Canada and Mexico for One Month

The president said he would pause a 25 percent tariff on cars coming from Canada and Mexico under a trade pact for one month, while other levies stay in place.

By Ana Swanson and Jack Ewing

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South Africa’s Play to Ease Tensions With Trump: A New Trade Deal

Lawmakers were warned that the United States is planning more punitive actions against the country. Officials hope a new trade deal will help repair the icy relations.

By John Eligon

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Oil Prices Drop Amid Concerns Over Trump’s Tariffs and OPEC Increases

The international benchmark fell to its lowest point since 2021 after a decision by Saudi Arabia and other producers to pump more crude surprised the markets.

By Stanley Reed