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Trump plans 25% tariff on imported vehicles
Cars

Trump plans 25% tariff on imported vehicles

The president leaves little room for exemptions during Oval Office remarks.

Australia unveils tax cuts in pre-election budget
AFP

Australia unveils tax cuts in pre-election budget

Jim Chalmers said Australia would fortify its economy against damaging US tariffs.

AFP 26 Mar 2025
US agrees to help Russia boost exports
The Wall Street Journal

US agrees to help Russia boost exports

Moscow demanded the easing of Western sanctions in return for a cease-fire.

US tariffs will ‘squeeze, not choke, growth’
Economy

US tariffs will ‘squeeze, not choke, growth’

Uncertainty and weak domestic demand delay NZ’s recovery

Rebecca Howard 26 Mar 2025