Trump places 100% tariffs on ‘particularly sensitive’ drones for national security reasons and to strengthen…
- Trump levies huge tariffs on 'sensitive' drones, such as those heavier than 25kg
- Tariffs have also been applied to a range of other countries, such as the EU, UK, Japan, and Taiwan
- Trump says the tariffs will help strengthen national security while also bolstering the domestic drone market
President Trump has levied a new set of tariffs against imported drones and their components for national security reasons.
For ‘particularly sensitive’ drones, such as those over 25kg, those with docking stations, or those with thermal imaging capabilities, the tariffs are 100%.
“President Trump’s drone tariff program will protect the national security of the United States and its defense and defense-adjacent industrial base, supporting and creating American jobs,” the White House fact sheet said.
Strengthening US industry through national security
Drones below the 25kg threshold will still be subject to a 25% tariff, with drones imported from the European Union, Japan, Liechtenstein,...
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