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Navigating the Trump Tariff Turbulence: A Comprehensive Timeline
US President Donald Trump and his administration have paused reciprocal tariffs on most countries.
“Based on the lack of respect that China has shown... I am hereby raising the [tariff] charged to China by the [USA] to 125%, effective immediately,” wrote Trump on Truth Social at 1:18 pm ET.
It’s not clear if this 125% is in addition to the 20% imposed on Chinese imports to the US. In early March, Trump noted that he would add another 10% tariff on Chinese goods...
European Commission Clears €149m Swedish Aid Scheme for Agriculture, Fisheries and Aquaculture
The European Commission has approved a €149 million (nearly $171 million) Swedish State aid scheme to support agricultural, fishing and aquaculture companies facing higher fuel and fertilizer costs linked to the war in the Middle East.
The support was cleared under the Middle East Crisis Temporary State Aid Framework (METSAF), adopted by the Commission in April, which is designed to address the impact of the crisis on the sectors most affected.
Under the scheme, companies will receive capped grants covering...
EU: Commission Approves €54 Million Spanish State Aid for Agricultural Companies
The European Commission has approved a €54 million Spanish State aid scheme to support agricultural companies facing increased fuel prices due to the Middle East crisis.
The scheme was approved under the Middle East Crisis Temporary State Aid Framework (METSAF) adopted by the Commission on 29 April 2026. The scheme covers higher diesel prices from late March to late June and will run until 31 December 2026.
EU Updates Agricultural Import Procedures for Fruits and Vegetables
The European Commission has adopted Regulation (EU) 2025/2185. The measure amends Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/892. It simplifies procedures for fruit and vegetable imports. It also adjusts the calculation of standard import values. And it updates additional import duties. It was signed by President Ursula von der Leyen on September 10, 2025.
Under the new rules, standard import values are fixed weekly. Every Tuesday the Commission will set values for each product and origin. The figure equals the weighted average price notified by member states....
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