Trump Threatens 10% Tariff on Countries Supporting BRICS Alliance
President Donald Trump has threatened to impose an additional 10% tariff on nations that align with BRICS alliance policies he considers anti-American. The warning targets countries supporting the economic bloc comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.
Trump announced the tariff threat through his typical direct messaging style. “Any country aligning themselves with the Anti-American policies of BRICS, will be charged an ADDITIONAL 10% tariff,” he declared. The president emphasized that “there will be no exceptions to this policy.”
The BRICS alliance has increasingly positioned itself as an alternative to Western-dominated economic institutions. Member nations have explored reducing dependence on the US dollar in international trade and developing independent financial systems. These initiatives directly challenge America’s economic influence globally.
Trump’s tariff warning represents a significant escalation in trade policy rhetoric. The proposed 10% levy would come on top of existing tariffs, potentially affecting billions of dollars in international commerce. Countries must now weigh the economic costs of supporting BRICS initiatives against potential US trade penalties.
The threat underscores growing tensions between traditional Western powers and emerging economic blocs. BRICS nations collectively represent over 40% of the global population and approximately 25% of world GDP. Trump’s ultimatum forces allies and trading partners to choose sides in an increasingly polarized global economy.
This development could reshape international trade relationships and diplomatic alliances worldwide.
