Speaking to CNBC, Greer said US law prohibits the import of goods produced using forced labor, but that many countries either lack comparable legislation or fail to enforce existing regulations. He said the new tariffs will cover a significant share of US trade, but did not provide a timeline.
The Financial Times, citing informed sources, reported that President Trump could impose tariffs of between 10 and 12.5% on imports from 60 countries as early as this week, to sanction those who have inadequate measures to prevent forced labor.
