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US has imposed 25% tariffs on steel and aluminium imports, with no exemption for Australia: Explainer 13 Feb

DC: US President Donald Trump signs executive order

US President Donald Trump signs an executive order in the Oval Office imposing tariffs (AAP) Source: AAP / ALEXANDER DRAGO/Sipa USA

Donald Trump has imposed 25-per-cent tariffs on steel and aluminium imports, with no exemption for Australia. Earlier, the U-S President did say he's considering a carve out after speaking with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. But for now, the tariffs have sparked concern for Australian industry. Listen to SBS Sinhala explainer for more information.


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Donald Trump has imposed 25-per-cent tariffs on steel and aluminium imports, with no exemption for Australia. Earlier, the U-S President did say he's considering a carve out after speaking with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. But for now, the tariffs have sparked concern for Australian industry. Listen to SBS Sinhala explainer for more information.



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