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The Business Times reports that US Asian allies are pushing back against new forced-labour tariffs imposed by the United States, labeling them as 'not credible.' An expert notes that these new levies are less likely to be overridden by US courts compared to previous measures. The duties are intended to restore former US President Donald Trump's protectionist trade regime after his earlier tariffs were struck down by the US Supreme Court. The article highlights ongoing trade tensions between the US and its Asian allies, with the latter questioning the legitimacy and evidence behind the forced-labour allegations. The publication date is July 24, 2026.
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New levies are less likely to be overridden by the US courts, says an expert
Published: Fri, Jul 24, 2026 · 11:21 AM
Asian allies of the United States have pushed back against newly announced forced-labour tariffs, dismissing them as “not credible.” The new duties are designed to restore former US President Donald Trump’s protectionist trade regime after his earlier levies were struck down by the US Supreme Court.
According to experts, the latest tariffs are structured in a way that makes them less likely to be overridden by US courts.
Key points:
- The new tariffs target goods allegedly produced using forced labour.
- US allies in Asia have publicly questioned the credibility of the allegations underpinning the levies.
- The measures are seen as an attempt to revive Trump-era trade policies following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated earlier tariffs.
- Legal experts suggest the revised approach may withstand judicial scrutiny more effectively than previous attempts.
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The Business TimesRegional
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US Asian Allies Reject New Forced-Labour Tariffs as Not Credible