We would like to update you on the new Executive Orders signed by the President of the United States, Donald Trump, concerning tariff rates and stricter enforcement measures on the importation of goods into the United States.

1. Increase in Reciprocal Tariff Rates and Enhanced Enforcement Against Tariff Evasion

Further to the Executive Order which we reported in our client update dated April 7, 2025 ( click here ), on July 31, 2025, the President of the United States signed an additional Executive Order ( click here ). This purpose of this order is to reduce the U.S. trade deficit by imposing “reciprocal” tariff rates based on the country of origin of the goods. In addition, the order is intended to strengthen the enforcement of customs laws in cases involving tariff evasion.

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