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U.S. Targets 60 Nations in Global Forced‑Labour Crackdown, Canada Included

The U.S. government has initiated a broad series of Section 301 investigations into 60 countries—ranging from major trading partners like Canada, the European Union, China, Mexico, Japan, and the U.K. —to determine whether they have failed to curb the use or import of goods produced with forced labour.  U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer announced that the probes will examine whether foreign policies and enforcement efforts sufficiently prevent forced‑labour‑linked products from entering global supply chains. If violations are confirmed, the U.S. may impose tariffs or other trade restrictions without requiring additional congressional approval. The move follows a recent Supreme Court ruling that struck down parts of the administration’s previous tariff strategy, prompting a shift toward other trade tools. Canada, now under scrutiny, could face new economic pressures depending on the investigation’s outcome. Officials say the reviews will be completed “in a matter of mo...
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Trump Tees Off in Scotland Amid High-Stakes EU Trade Talks and Political Turmoil

 

U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Scotland on Friday for a five-day visit blending golf, diplomacy, and controversy. The trip comes as the U.S. and European Union edge closer to a landmark trade deal that could reshape transatlantic commerce. Trump is set to meet British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, with talks expected to focus on finalizing a framework agreement that may include a 15% tariff on EU goods.

While Trump described the potential deal as “the biggest trade agreement” of his administration, he acknowledged lingering “sticking points” with Brussels. His meeting with Starmer is being framed as a celebration of the U.S.-UK trade deal reached in May, though steel tariffs remain a contentious issue.

The visit is also shadowed by domestic political fallout over Trump’s ties to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. Trump dismissed the renewed scrutiny, urging media to focus on other figures linked to Epstein. White House officials reportedly hope the controversy will fade while Trump is abroad.

Trump will spend the weekend at his Turnberry resort before heading to Aberdeen to inaugurate a new golf course named after his mother, Mary Anne MacLeod, a native of Scotland. Despite his familial ties, Trump faces a chilly reception: 70% of Scots hold an unfavorable view of him, and protests are planned in Edinburgh and Aberdeen.

The trip offers Trump a chance to reinforce international alliances and distract from domestic woes, but whether it results in concrete trade breakthroughs remains to be seen.

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