forced labour
Coverage of forced labour in the Nexus archive.
- India to ban import of goods made using forced labour amid US probe
India has banned imports of goods produced using forced labor to avoid potential US tariffs. The US is proposing tariffs of up to 12.5% on countries, including India, over allegations of failing to prohibit such imports.
- India bans the import of goods made using forced labour, even as U.S. investigation is pending
India has banned the import of goods made using forced labor. The U.S. is finalizing its decision on tariffs against countries that import goods made with forced labor.
- India says U.S. forced labour tariff approach inconsistent; exempts 1,600 items deemed critical to its needs
India criticized the U.S. for inconsistent forced labour tariff policies and exempted 1,600 items deemed critical to its needs. The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) initiated two Section 301 investigations targeting 60 economies over concerns about forced labour and excess industrial capacity.
- US hearing weighs higher tariffs over alleged forced labour, targeting China
A US government hearing examined China's labor practices and a proposal to impose tariffs on goods linked to forced labor. The Office of the United States Trade Representative is conducting a Section 301 investigation into forced labor in international supply chains, with participants divided on the effectiveness of higher tariffs in improving workers' rights.
- How Trump is relaunching a tariff war citing ‘forced labour’ concerns
Trump is restarting a tariff war by citing 'forced labour' concerns. Trade analysts suggest this move may speed up the shift of global trade away from the US.
- Ottawa moves to tighten ban on imports made with forced labour after U.S. tariff threat
The Canadian federal government tabled a bill to tighten the ban on imports made with forced labour, responding to a U.S. tariff threat. The legislation aims to change how Canada restricts such products.
- Trump’s forced-labour tariffs put Southeast Asia in the firing line
US President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on 60 economies, including Southeast Asian countries, accuse them of failing to prevent goods made with forced labour from entering the US market. Analysts suggest the move aims to revive Trump's trade levy agenda, potentially disrupting supply chains in Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.
- Squid fleets exposed: Investigation reveals illegal fishing and forced labour
An investigation by the Environmental Justice Foundation reveals illegal fishing, forced labor, and environmental destruction in the global squid industry, threatening marine ecosystems and human rights. The findings were reported by Environment Editor Valerie Dekimpe ahead of World Oceans Day.
- Trump’s replacement tariff wall continues to rise
Trump’s replacement tariff wall continues to rise. Bogus arguments about forced labour are being used as an excuse for new duties.
- China, EU slam proposed US tariffs, reject forced labour allegations
The US administration proposed tariffs up to 12.5% on imports from China and other countries, citing forced labor. China and the EU rejected the allegations, criticizing the proposed tariffs. The US Trade Representative claimed China and 59 other economies failed to restrict forced labor in imports.
- US cites forced labour concerns as grounds for new tariffs
The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has proposed new tariffs citing forced labor concerns, based on a Section 301 investigation into unfair trade practices. The investigation aims to support the reinstatement of tariffs previously imposed under the Trump administration.
- 'Both sides are committed' to US-EU trade deal, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated in an interview with FRANCE 24 that both the US and EU remain committed to complying with their trade deal, despite new US tariffs on goods produced using forced labor. He emphasized there is still significant room for continued compliance.
- US announces new tariffs over forced labour concerns
The US has announced new tariffs citing concerns over forced labour. This follows the US Supreme Court invalidating many of President Donald Trump's previous tariff duties in February.
- Trump threatens tariffs on 60 countries including UK and Canada over ‘forced labour’
Donald Trump has threatened tariffs of 10-12.5% on 60 countries including the UK, EU, Canada, and Australia over alleged failures to address forced labor. The EU criticized the proposal, arguing it breaches a July tariff agreement and calls for respecting existing commitments.
- Trump threatens tariffs on 60 countries including UK and Canada over ‘forced labour’
Donald Trump has threatened tariffs of 10-12.5% on 60 countries including the UK, EU, Canada, and Australia over alleged failures to address forced labour. The EU responded by criticizing the move as breaching the spirit of a July tariff agreement.
- US announces new tariffs over forced labour concerns
The US has announced new tariffs citing concerns over forced labour. This follows the US Supreme Court's decision in February to strike down many of President Donald Trump's previous duties.