Forced Labor

South Africa has requested the United States to exempt it from proposed tariffs linked to a U.S. investigation into forced labor enforcement in dozens of countries. The U.S. is probing forced labor practices tied to imports from multiple nations.

Trump's trade war has a new focus on forced labor, but the article questions whether tariffs can address a challenge that few countries, including the U.S., have successfully resolved. Ending forced labor remains a global goal with limited progress.

The United States has proposed new tariffs in response to concerns over forced labor practices. The move aims to address labor issues by implementing trade restrictions.

The Trump administration is imposing new tariffs on more than 60 countries to penalize them for importing products made with forced labor. The 'stealth tariffs' are described as a way to combine economic and moral policy agendas.

Vietnam's government states that a U.S. forced labor ruling does not reflect its efforts. Hanoi is facing three U.S. trade probes, likely creating new tensions in ongoing trade talks.

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has recommended 10-12.5 percent tariffs on 60 major trading partners, including major ASEAN economies, citing concerns over forced labor.

The Trump administration is proposing tariffs of up to 12.5% on 60 countries and the European Union, citing failure to enforce forced labor bans. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer emphasized commitment to the US-EU trade deal, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent addressed inflation concerns and the status of a $250 bill featuring Donald Trump.

The Trump administration plans to impose additional tariffs on trading partners over forced labor concerns. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative accused 60 economies of importing goods made with forced labor or failing to restrict such purchases. Double-digit tariffs will target 16 key trading partners.

The US proposed new tariffs on major trading partners including Canada, the EU, Mexico, the UK, China, and India, citing failure to address forced labor. Additional duties on refined copper and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz are exacerbating trade pressures.

The U.S. plans to impose additional tariffs of 10% or more on most trading partners following a forced labor probe. The U.S. Trade Representative's report identifies Canada, Mexico, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, and other countries as facing 10% extra tariffs.

The U.S. plans to impose additional tariffs of 10% or more on most trading partners following a forced labor probe. The U.S. Trade Representative report names Canada, Mexico, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, and other countries and territories as facing 10% tariffs.

The U.S. plans to impose additional tariffs of 10% or more on most trading partners, including Canada, Mexico, Taiwan, and the United Kingdom, following a forced labor probe. The U.S. Trade Representative released the report.

Trump may impose a 12.5% tariff on Australia for allegedly importing goods made by forced labor. Australia claims it has 'robust, comprehensive and world-leading legislation addressing forced labour and modern slavery.' The US trade representative listed Australia among 54 economies that failed to enforce prohibitions on forced labor imports.

The Trump administration proposed new tariffs targeting forced labor, set to take effect as an existing tariff expires. The new measures aim to replace the expiring levy with similar restrictions.

The US plans to impose additional tariffs on 60 countries over forced labor concerns. These tariffs could unsettle trade partners who have signed new trade deals or are in negotiations.

The Trump administration has proposed tariffs of 10% or more on dozens of countries accused of failing to address forced labor. The measure targets 60 trading partners, including major U.S. allies.

The US is proposing tariffs of at least 10% on imports from most major trading partners following an investigation into alleged forced labor. Mike Pompeo, former US state secretary, offers his view as investors analyze the development.

The U.S. Trade Representative announced the Trump administration is proposing tariffs of 10% or more for dozens of major trading partners following a probe into alleged forced labor. The tariffs are part of measures addressing forced labor concerns.

The US trade office plans to impose additional tariffs of 10% or more on most trading partners following a probe into forced labor. The action is based on an investigation into labor practices.

Turkmenistan has reportedly returned to widespread forced labor practices during its 2025 cotton harvest, reversing modest improvements made in 2023 and 2024. State employees are being mobilized into cotton fields as part of the harvest process, indicating a regression in labor practices.

Labubu dolls, a popular toy sold in the US, are linked to forced labor in China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. 16 out of 20 tested dolls contain cotton from Xinjiang farms, raising ethical concerns.

Singapore has rejected U.S. allegations related to manufacturing and forced labor practices amid investigations launched by the U.S. Trade Representative in March. The U.S. is examining a dozen economies, including Singapore, over these claims.

The article alleges that China's strategy to dominate global critical mineral markets relies on the exploitation of Uyghur people through forced labor. This exploitation is presented as central to China's energy dominance plans.

Two self-professed religious leaders were federally charged and arrested for allegedly using physical and psychological abuse to coerce victims into soliciting tens of millions in donations. A federal grand jury in the Eastern District of Michigan returned a 10-count indictment against the defendants for their alleged roles in a forced labor and money laundering conspiracy.

The US is considering new tariffs on 60 economies, including China, citing concerns over forced labor. The measure targets countries accused of using forced labor practices.