Japan and South Korea: Strategic Allies or Silent Rivals in Tariff Diplomacy?
In 2025, the global trade environment is fraught with uncertainty, particularly for key U.S. allies in East Asia. Japan and South Korea, both economic powerhouses and strategic partners of the United States, find themselves at a crossroads. The re-imposition of tariffs by the U.S. has compelled these nations to reassess their economic strategies and diplomatic […]
Breaking Down the New U.S. Tariff Strategy: What Annex I Really Means
In a world where economic alliances are becoming more fragile and global supply chains are still recovering from years of disruption, the United States has now taken an extraordinary leap into tariff-led diplomacy. On April 5th, 2025, the U.S. government officially implemented a sweeping tariff regime under a new “reciprocal trade framework,” setting a baseline […]