The United Nations Trade and Development Agency (Unctad) has insisted on America Exempt to poor countries And the world of mutual fees warns that vulnerable economies may be devastating and that Washington may only earn a minimum income.
The administration of US President Donald Trump, Announced 57 partners earlier this month early this month Ads, Cameroon up to 11 % to lesoto for 50 %, but Finally suspended the rights for 90 daysExcept for China. The suspension leaves these states against 10% universal tax, which applies to almost all countries.
In a statement issued on Monday, Unctad says “current pause” Provides 90 days Important chance Revisiting how small and vulnerable economies are treated within the framework of the policy of mutual fees. “” This is an important moment Consider the fee This provides slight or any benefit to the US business policy, while there is severe economic damage abroad. “
According to unctad, 28 out of 57 countries affected by fees Despite the fact that each of the US business deficit represents less than 0.1%, they face strong taxes. Laos in them, 48%with fee; Myanmar, 45%despite the recent earthquake; And MorrisioWith 40%. According to the UNCTAD report, if mutual fees are re -implemented, demand for many products imported in the United States is likely to increase due to the increase in prices.
36 out of 57 commercial partners listed, Mutual charges They are less than 1% of the current US payment revenues, the report said. “These economies are small. “Any business offer they offer will not be marked to the United States.At the same time it will reduce its own income collection. “
The UN The agency also emphasized it Many of these countries export agricultural goods The United States does not produce, and there are some alternatives. These products include vanilla de Madagascar and Cocoa de Costa de Ivari and Ghana.
In 2024, Us $ 150 million (132 million euros) for approximate value. Ivory Coast Coco Imports are approximately $ 800 million (704 million euros) and Ghana is worth about $ 200 million (176 million euros).
“The Hike In these items, even if it earns some income, It has been translated into high prices For consumers, “the Unctad report states.
