#Trump tariffs

The policy change was signed through an executive order by US President Donald Trump on July 31. Shipments are now subject to tariffs based on their country of origin or a fixed duty. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 25% tariff on all smartphones sold in the United States but manufactured abroad. Trump's announcement, made via Truth Social and reiterated during a recent Oval Office briefing, emphasized his expectation that iPhones sold in the U.S. He stated, "If that is not the case, a Tariff of at least 25 percent must be paid by Apple to the US." The proposed tariffs are set to take effect by the end of June 2025, affecting not only Apple but also other smartphone manufacturers like Samsung, which primarily assembles its devices in Vietnam, China, and India. Trump justified the across-the-board application of the tariff by stating it would be unfair to single out Apple. However, Trump's stance indicates that production in countries like India would still be subject to the proposed tariffs. The broader economic implications of these tariffs are significant. Read more in our articles including "PHLPost suspends shipments to US after removal of duty-free rule" and "Trump Targets Apple and Samsung With Tariff Ultimatum".