Trade & Tariffs

The global trading system is being reshaped. From the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic to trade wars, the traditional rules-based trading order is under more pressure than at any time in a century. Trade policy is now at the center of global economics and national security.

Spotlight

New Atlanticist

Dec 10, 2025

China’s overcapacity problem ‘doesn’t mean we can’t trade together,’ says US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer

By Katherine Golden

Greer spoke at an Atlantic Council Front Page event, where he unpacked a year in which US President Donald Trump implemented an aggressive trade strategy that resulted in clashes with China.

China European Union
What if NAFTA Ended? The Imperative of a Successful Renegotiations

Dispatches Feb 24, 2026

Eight questions (and expert answers) on what’s next for US tariff policy 

By Atlantic Council experts

Our experts explain what’s next for US tariff policy as the Trump administration imposes 10 percent global tariffs in response to Friday’s Supreme Court ruling.
Economy & Business European Union
What if NAFTA Ended? The Imperative of a Successful Renegotiations

Fast Thinking Feb 20, 2026

The Supreme Court just struck down most of Trump’s tariffs. What’s next?

By Atlantic Council

The Supreme Court ruled that the US president does not have the power to unilaterally impose tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
Rule of Law Trade and tariffs
What if NAFTA Ended? The Imperative of a Successful Renegotiations

New Atlanticist Nov 7, 2025

The Supreme Court might slow Trump’s strategy. But he still has other tariff options.

By Sophia Busch

If the administration’s primary objective is to preserve tariff revenue and counter unfair practices, sections 301, 232, or 122 remain viable alternatives.
Economy & Business Politics & Diplomacy

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.

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Events

Online Event Thu, July 31, 2025 • 11:00 am ET

Unpacking the new US-EU trade deal
Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia European Union Trade and tariffs
Online Event Fri, July 11, 2025 • 10:30 am ET

What comes next for transatlantic trade
Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia European Union Trade and tariffs
Public Event Wed, July 9, 2025 • 9:00 pm ET

President Umaro Sissoco Embaló on the future of US-Africa trade and security

AN #ACFRONTPAGE EVENT—President Umaro Sissoco Embaló of Guinea-Bissau joins the Atlantic Council while he is in Washington, DC for a summit between West African leaders and US President Donald Trump. 

North & West Africa Politics & Diplomacy Security & Defense Trade and tariffs
Public Event Fri, June 6, 2025 • 11:00 am ET

A deep dive into US-Guatemala economic and security cooperation
Americas Central America Economy & Business Latin America
Public Event Thu, May 22, 2025 • 9:30 am ET

Africa Day 2025: Navigating aid, trade, and policy shifts
Africa Economy & Business Trade and tariffs United States and Canada
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Programs

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The Global Energy Center develops and promotes pragmatic and nonpartisan policy solutions designed to advance global energy security, enhance economic opportunity, and accelerate pathways to net-zero emissions.

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The Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center broadens understanding of regional transformations and delivers constructive, results-oriented solutions to inform how the public and private sectors can advance hemispheric prosperity.

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Content

Report

Oct 5, 2017

What if NAFTA Ended? The Imperative of a Successful Renegotiations

By Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

In the midst of NAFTA renegotiations, the United States, Canada, and Mexico are discussing changes that could impact millions of jobs, investments, and North America’s stance in the global stage. As negotiators work at breakneck speed, new Atlantic Council findings show what the United States would lose if NAFTA were not in place.What if NAFTA […]

Mexico Trade and tariffs

Atlantic Council Strategy Paper Series

Oct 4, 2017

US strategy toward China’s belt and road initiative

By Gal Luft

The balance in Eurasia is shifting. China’s President Xi Jinping has ambitious visions for Asia, while the rest of the world reshuffles to find its place in the rapidly changing global order. The United States would be better off engaging with the BRI and trying to influence its design and mechanics from within, rather than staying on the sidelines and witnessing its allies gravitating toward China.

Africa China

Issue Brief

Sep 7, 2017

Capturing the African consumer market

By Aleksandra W. Gadzala

For America’s consumer goods companies, the latest shifts in African consumer trends hold much promise. Africa’s population is growing at an outstanding rate and spending by consumers and businesses on the continent is forecast to grow significantly over the next decade.

Africa East Africa

Issue Brief

Sep 7, 2017

Capturing the African consumer market

By Aleksandra W. Gadzala

For America’s consumer goods companies, the latest shifts in African consumer trends hold much promise. Africa’s population is growing at an outstanding rate and spending by consumers and businesses on the continent is forecast to grow significantly over the next decade. However, US investors often oversimplify and misunderstand African markets, which remain highly segmented, fluid, […]

Africa East Africa

Defense Industrialist

Aug 4, 2017

How to be like Ike

By Steven Grundman

Project Solarium as a model for assessing defense-industrial policy It is hard not to read a pretext for protectionism into the Executive Order President Trump signed last month under the ponderous title, “Assessing and Strengthening the Manufacturing and Defense Industrial Base and Supply Chain Resiliency of the United States.” And yet, the Administration also has gone […]

Defense Industry Economy & Business

Trade in Action

Aug 3, 2017

TRADE in ACTION – August 3, 2017

By Global Business & Economics Program

THIS WEEK IN TRADE A number of high profile trade deal reports were released this week.

Economy & Business Trade and tariffs

Defense Industrialist

Jul 31, 2017

Maybe not so rare after all

By James Hasik

As the long term prognosis for the rare-earths business shows, the administration should move carefully in “strengthening supply chain resiliency.” On 21 July, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on “assessing and strengthening the manufacturing and defense industrial base and supply chain resiliency of the United States.” Within 270 days, the departments of defense, commerce, […]

China Defense Industry

Trade in Action

Jul 13, 2017

TRADE in ACTION – July 13, 2017

By Global Business & Economics Program

THIS WEEK IN TRADE The G20 summit has ended, with the leaders delivering their leaders declaration. Additionally, they agreed on a more concentrated approach to dealing with global excess steel capacity, with a policy solution planned for November.

Economy & Business Trade and tariffs

Trade in Action

Jul 7, 2017

TRADE in ACTION – July 7, 2017

By Global Business & Economics Program

THIS WEEK IN TRADEThe G20 Summit is this week, and the stakes are high for all the attendees. For live coverage of the G20, follow along on Politico.

Economy & Business European Union

Trade in Action

Jun 29, 2017

TRADE in ACTION – JUNE 29, 2017

By Global Business & Economics Program

Indian President Narendra Modi met with President Trump. The two leaders discussed expanding military cooperation and fixing the trade deficit. Meanwhile, three days of NAFTA hearings kicked off on Monday.

Economy & Business Trade and tariffs
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Experts

Fellow

Didier Acouetey

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Africa Center

Africa Economy & Business

Fellow

Marino Auffant

Nonresident Senior Fellow

GeoStrategy Initiative Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security

Economy & Business Energy & Environment

Fellow

Beth Baltzan

Nonresident Senior Fellow

GeoEconomics Center

Economy & Business Trade and tariffs

Advisory Council member

Martha Bárcena

Former Ambassador of Mexico to the United States

Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

Climate Change & Climate Action Economy & Business

Fellow

Tyson Barker

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Europe Center

Cybersecurity Digital Policy

Fellow

Ridhika Batra

Nonresident Senior Fellow, India

Economy & Business Politics & Diplomacy
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Events

Flagship Event Fri, December 11, 2026 • 8:30 am ET

2026 Transatlantic Forum on GeoEconomics

The Transatlantic Forum on GeoEconomics is an annual flagship convening focused on issues at the nexus of economics, finance, foreign policy, and national security.
Digital Policy Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia European Union