Tariffs Reach Allies

- President Donald Trump has signaled tariffs will target allies, publicly threatening a “big tariff” on Britain and expanding trade coercion beyond traditional rivals into relationships with close partners. - A House of Commons Library note says the U.S. imposed a 25% tariff from Jan. 14 on specific semiconductors re‑exported to China and is considering a 100% tariff on two product categories. - India‑U.S. talks ended constructively with no deadline, highlighting a two‑track U.S. approach: punitive unpredictability for some and prolonged bargaining with others. (time.com) (iaanexpress.com) (commonslibrary.parliament.uk)