Trump could slap Australia with 12.5% tariff for allegedly importing goods made by slave labour
The Trump administration is considering a 12.5% tariff on Australia for allegedly importing goods made with forced labor. The US trade representative claims that Australia has failed to effectively enforce a prohibition on such imports. In response, Australia disputes these findings and maintains that its legislation on forced labor is robust.
- ▪Australia is among 54 countries facing a potential 12.5% trade tariff from the Trump administration.
- ▪The US trade representative stated that these countries failed to impose and enforce a prohibition on goods produced with forced labor.
- ▪Australia's trade minister argues that the proposed tariffs are unjustified and inconsistent with their free trade agreement with the US.
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| Publication time | Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:29:50 GMT |
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The Trump administration argues forced labour means US workers face unfair comeptition. Photograph: Win McNamee/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenThe Trump administration argues forced labour means US workers face unfair comeptition. Photograph: Win McNamee/Getty ImagesDonald TrumpTrump could slap Australia with 12.5% tariff for allegedly importing goods made by slave labourTrade minister says Australia has ‘robust, comprehensive and world-leading legislation addressing forced labour and modern slavery’Dan Jervis-Bardy and Josh ButlerWed 3 Jun 2026 05.29 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleAustralia is among dozens of countries facing a 12.5% trade tariff from the Trump administration for allegedly failing to prevent imports of goods made by slave labour.The US trade representative,…
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