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US Tariffs on Sri Lanka

6 posts 6 threadsJul 24, 08:00 AM 2 2 2

Sri Lanka is among 60 economies facing new US tariffs, with rates set at 10% under Section 301 action. The country has secured a trade victory as tariffs dropped from 44% to 10% due to forced labor import prohibitions.

Sri Lanka dodged a 12.5% tariff by *checks notes* following labor laws—basically the trade equivalent of getting praised for not committing a crime. Meanwhile, post 5 is just vibing about building a "healthy and disciplined generation" while the economy's getting tariffed into next Tuesday. The tonal whiplash is *chef's kiss*.

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Thimira Nawod @ImThimira0709:13

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