Economy



Trump Escalates Global Trade War With Sweeping Tariffs

U.S. President Donald Trump intensified a global trade dispute by imposing broad tariffs on imports from both allies and adversaries, disrupting financial markets and challenging long-standing free trade principles. The European Union and China quickly announced retaliatory measures, while Australian......

Europe's response to Trump's tariff plans

Europe has a well-prepared response ready to counteract any tariff increases by the United States if necessary, according to Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission. In anticipation of President Donald Trump's announcement on April 2 regarding significant new tariffs, von der......

Trump Softens Stance on Tariffs amid Market Volatility

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that his upcoming reciprocal tariffs will be lower than those imposed by other countries, aiming to ease concerns in global markets. Speaking at the White House, Trump emphasized that his trade measures, set for announcement on Wednesday, will be “kinder”......

South Korea, China, and Japan strengthen regional trade cooperation amid U.S. tariffs

South Korea, China, and Japan held their first economic dialogue in five years on Sunday, aiming to boost regional trade amid the looming threat of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs. During the meeting, the three nations' trade ministers agreed to collaborate closely on high-level discussions......

British Steel Faces Furnace Closures Amid Tariff Impact

British Steel, a key player in the UK’s steel industry, recently confirmed that it would close its blast furnaces and steelmaking operations due to ongoing market challenges, tariffs, and rising environmental costs associated with high-carbon steel production. In an official statement, the company......

Morocco's strategic positioning in turbulent global trade

Morocco is currently maneuvering through a landscape marked by diplomatic and trade challenges, amidst a backdrop of global economic uncertainty. The year 2025 unfolds with apprehensions regarding international trade, particularly as the U.S. administration under President Trump signals potential tariffs......

EU aluminum wheel tariffs on Morocco signal broader trade tensions with China

Morocco is now caught in the midst of escalating global trade tensions, reflecting a complex geopolitical landscape. The European Commission has recently imposed significant compensatory duties on aluminum wheel exports from Morocco, a move interpreted by experts as a strategic signal aimed primarily......

Morocco strengthens textile sector through strategic investment with Sunrise Group

In a significant move to bolster the textile industry, Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch presided over the signing of an investment agreement with the Chinese conglomerate Sunrise Group on March 20, 2025, in Rabat. This partnership aims to enhance the competitiveness of Morocco's textile sector......

US Federal Reserve Pauses Interest Rate Cuts Amid Tariff Uncertainty

The US Federal Reserve decided to maintain its interest rates on Wednesday, signaling caution amid ongoing economic uncertainty driven by President Donald Trump’s unpredictable tariff policies. The central bank kept its key lending rate steady between 4.25% and 4.50%. Along with this decision,......

Spain’s Untapped Mining Potential Gains Renewed Interest

Spain, a key player in the European mining sector, operates 2,600 mines, generating annual revenues of €3.5 billion ($3.8 billion). As the EU's second-largest producer of copper and magnesite, Spain holds significant yet largely unexplored mineral wealth, according to experts in the field. Geologist......

Morocco's industrial transformation: A rising economic powerhouse

Morocco has made significant strides over the past 25 years in modernizing its infrastructure and diversifying its economy, as highlighted in a recent article by the Spanish financial daily, El Mundo Financiero. In its examination of "Morocco's industrial revolution," the publication emphasizes......

US Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Escalate Global Trade War

The United States has implemented new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, further intensifying the global trade war initiated by President Donald Trump. As of Wednesday, all metal imports are now subject to a 25% tariff with no exemptions, and the duty on aluminum has increased from 10%. The expiration......

Trump avoids predicting US recession amid market volatility

United States President Donald Trump has refrained from predicting whether the country is headed for a recession as concerns mount over his economic policies. In an interview with Fox News on Sunday, Trump sidestepped questions about a potential downturn, stating, “I hate to predict things like......

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