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Trump Tariff Tracker

The second Trump administration has embarked on a novel and aggressive tariff policy to address a range of economic and national security concerns. This tracker monitors the evolution of these tariffs and provides expert context on the economic conditions driving their creation—along with their real-world impact.

The illicit tobacco trade in Zimbabwe and South Africa

Econographics Sep 16, 2025

The Supreme Court’s decision on Trump tariffs will have lasting impact on US economic statecraft

By Stephanie Connor

Regardless of how the Supreme Court rules, the case will shape US economic policy for years to come.
Economy & Business Trade and tariffs
The illicit tobacco trade in Zimbabwe and South Africa

New Atlanticist Aug 11, 2025

The US-EU trade agreement is not set in stone. This presents pitfalls and opportunities.

By Charles Lichfield

The trade and tariff deal recently struck in Scotland has several important elements that are yet to be determined.
Economy & Business European Union
The illicit tobacco trade in Zimbabwe and South Africa

Fast Thinking Aug 1, 2025

What to watch as Trump ratchets up global tariffs

By Atlantic Council

US President Donald Trump will raise tariffs on nearly every US trading partner. Atlantic Council experts take stock of what this means for the global economy.
Brazil Economy & Business

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Is Europe fit for the digital age? An update on European digital sovereignty
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All eyes on Brazil: Understanding priorities for the next administration
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The new transatlantic data privacy framework: What is it, and will it last?
Digital Policy Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia European Union
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At the intersection of economics, finance, and foreign policy, the GeoEconomics Center is a translation hub with the goal of helping shape a better global economic future.

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Content

Issue Brief

Mar 1, 2019

The illicit tobacco trade in Zimbabwe and South Africa

By Simone Haysom

This groundbreaking study of the illicit tobacco trade in southern Africa explores how this trade supports organized crime, helps enable official corruption, and erodes state structures.

Non-Traditional Threats South Africa

Event Recap

Feb 28, 2019

Open for business: A new chapter for US-Brazil relations?

By Santiago Herdoiza

Previewing President Bolsonaro’s first official visit to the United States, the Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center hosted the public event “Open for Business: A New Chapter for US-Brazil Relations?” on February 28. Roberta Braga, associate director at the Atlantic Council’s Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center, moderated the discussion between Murillo de Aragão, founder and CEO […]

Brazil Economy & Business

New Atlanticist

Feb 19, 2019

Trade is not a weapon. Let’s not use it as one

By Borge Brende

For decades, trade has been the number one way for countries around the world to peacefully co-develop, build ties, and produce wealth, and it has been enormously successful at that.

Trade and tariffs

Event Recap

Feb 14, 2019

President Iván Duque Márquez: Colombia’s domestic and regional opportunities and challenges

By Chloe Zoeller, Katherine Pereira & Camila Hernandez

On Thursday, February 14, His Excellency Iván Duque Márquez, president of the Republic of Colombia, discussed Colombia’s ambitious agenda for transitional justice, economic reform, and regional leadership. Duque, who was sworn in as president of Colombia in August 2018, was interviewed by CNBC Contributor Michelle Caruso-Cabrera. The Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center at the Atlantic […]

China Colombia

New Atlanticist

Feb 13, 2019

The EU draft motion that could lead to car tariffs

By Marie Kasperek

As US-China trade tensions calm down, they could escalate quickly on the transatlantic front.

European Union Trade and tariffs

New Atlanticist

Feb 10, 2019

Engaging Hungary is good for US interests and values

By Damon Wilson

Hungary is in a region of strategic interest to the United States and should be among our natural allies. Since 1990, as the United States supported the region’s aspirations, the region stood by Washington on very tough decisions.

Hungary Politics & Diplomacy

New Atlanticist

Feb 5, 2019

As Trump addresses the nation, what will he say about the world?

By David A. Wemer

While domestic issues such as immigration and a potential deal to avert another government shutdown will likely dominate the speech, foreign policy issues will also be addressed extensively.

NATO Trade and tariffs

New Atlanticist

Jan 30, 2019

The US-China feud is about much more than trade

By Barbara C. Matthews

With the ninety-day negotiating window quickly running out and with expected February action by the United States regarding foreign automobile tariffs, the stakes are high.

China Trade and tariffs

New Atlanticist

Jan 24, 2019

Fixing the European Union’s Brexit strategy

By Frances G. Burwell

The EU, by sequencing first the exit accord and only later the building of the future relationship, has constructed a deal which is unacceptable in the UK.

European Union Trade and tariffs

Event Recap

Jan 10, 2019

Trade Trends 2019, with European Commissioner for Trade Cecilia Malmström

By Global Business & Economics

On January 10 2019, the Atlantic Council’s Global Business and Economics Program hosted European Commissioner for Trade Cecilia Malmström, as she visited Washington, DC for negotiations with US counterparts. The event is part of the Global Business & Economic Program's EuroGrowth Initiative.

Economy & Business European Union
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Mahnaz Khan

Nonresident Senior Fellow

GeoTech Center

Geopolitics & Energy Security National Security

Fellow

Beth Baltzan

Nonresident Senior Fellow

GeoEconomics Center

Economy & Business Trade and tariffs

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Mark Mowrey

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Atlantic Council Turkey Program

Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia

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Isabella Palacios

Program Assistant

Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

Americas Central America

Fellow

Richard Hurowitz

Nonresident senior fellow

Europe Center

Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia

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Afaq Hussain

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs

Economy & Business Energy & Environment
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Events

Online Event Mon, September 29, 2025 • 4:00 pm ET

A comprehensive strategy for greater US–Dominican Republic integration
Americas Caribbean Central America Economy & Business