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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.

What’s behind the strengthening UK-Turkey partnership?

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
What’s behind the strengthening UK-Turkey partnership?

New Atlanticist Jul 28, 2025

Trump and von der Leyen made a deal. But the US and EU are drifting apart on trade.

By Frances Burwell

Many elements of the Turnberry deal still need to be finalized, and the difficult process could drive the two sides even further apart.
Economy & Business European Union
What’s behind the strengthening UK-Turkey partnership?

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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Enhancing US tools to compete in growing global markets in Africa and beyond
Africa Economy & Business Trade and tariffs
Public Event Thu, September 4, 2025 • 4:30 pm ET

Private sector perspectives on the future of US-Brazil trade relations
Americas Brazil Economy & Business Latin America
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 Thu, July 10, 2025 • 9:00 am 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
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TURKEYSource

Sep 28, 2023

What’s behind the strengthening UK-Turkey partnership?

By Ilayda Nijhar

As the United Kingdom adjusts to its post-Brexit reality, Turkey is emerging as a key partner with converging interests.

Economy & Business Migration

In the News

Sep 28, 2023

Webster quoted in CNBC on China’s contribution to Russia’s war effort
China Economy & Business

New Atlanticist

Sep 22, 2023

Robert Habeck on Germany’s new approach to ‘economic security’ and ‘selective multilateralism’

By Daniel Hojnacki

Habeck spoke at the Transatlantic Forum on GeoEconomics about rising populism in Europe, Germany’s changing economic model, and what Washington’s competition with Beijing means for US-German relations.

China Economy & Business

New Atlanticist

Sep 22, 2023

Financing Ukraine’s defense is a down payment for peace in Europe, says Dutch deputy prime minister

By Katherine Golden

“If we lose the war in Ukraine, we’re all lost. No peace and security on this continent,” Sigrid Kaag argued at the Transatlantic Forum on GeoEconomics. "This is something we have to keep financing."

China Economic Sanctions

New Atlanticist

Sep 22, 2023

US trade representative backs EU in China anti-subsidy investigation

By Nick Fouriezos

US Trade Representative Katherine Tai reiterated the importance of managing the US-China relationship at the Transatlantic Forum on GeoEconomics.

China Economy & Business

Transcript

Sep 22, 2023

US Trade Representative Katherine Tai: ‘Global trade today is not happening on a level playing field’

By Atlantic Council

At the Transatlantic Forum on GeoEconomics, US Trade Representative Katherine Tai unpacked the latest news in US-EU trade relations.

China Europe & Eurasia

Transcript

Sep 22, 2023

German economy minister: The shifting tides of globalization are creating new challenges for market economies

By Atlantic Council

At the Transatlantic Forum on GeoEconomics, Robert Habeck spoke about strengthening Europe's economic sovereignty and the increased US focus on China.

China Climate Change & Climate Action
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Report

Sep 20, 2023

The US, EU, and UK need a shared approach to economic statecraft. Here’s where to start.

By Kimberly Donovan, Maia Nikoladze, Nicole Goldin, Mrugank Bhusari, Sarah Bauerle Danzman, Ambuj Sahu, and Daniel McDowell

The economic statecraft landscape is becoming more complex as transatlantic partners increasingly leverage the tools to counter transnational threats. There is a growing need to understand how these tools are used, by whom, and when, as well as their intended and real impacts worldwide.

Economic Sanctions Economy & Business

In the News

Sep 20, 2023

Webster joins The Telegraph’s Ukraine podcast to discuss his research related to PRC exports to Russia
China Economy & Business

New Atlanticist

Sep 20, 2023

Does the new Partnership for Atlantic Cooperation mark a sea change in transatlantic relations?

By Atlantic Council experts

A newly announced group of thirty-two countries aims for further collaboration on economic development, environmental protection, and maritime issues such as illegal fishing.

Africa Americas
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Afaq Hussain

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs

Economy & Business Energy & Environment

Fellow

Amir Hayek

Nonresident Senior Fellow, N7 Initiative

Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs

Arabic English

Fellow

Sergio Guzmán

Nonresident Journalist Fellow

Global China Hub

Americas Caribbean

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Melanie Hart

Senior Director, Global China Hub

Global China Hub

China Chinese

Staff

Alexis Harmon

Assistant Director

Global Energy Center

Geopolitics & Energy Security Renewables & Advanced Energy

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Danuta Hübner

Distinguished Fellow

Europe Center

Democratic Transitions Economy & Business
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