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The removal of tariffs on American goods is another step ... to open the market to competition, to diversify the economy, and to lower the cost of living. In addition to the economic benefits for the economy and the citizens of Israel, the current move will enable us to further strengthen the alliance and ties between Israel and the United States."
In announcing the elimination of tariffs on U.S. imports on Tuesday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a joint statement with Economy Minister Nir Barkat and Smotrich We hope and believe that the decision will be short-lived, and we will work with the Ministries of Finance and Economy to reverse it,
The U.S. president's decision to impose tariffs on Israel could undermine economic stability, discourage foreign investment, and weaken the competitiveness of Israeli firms in the American market,
At the same time, we will assist Israeli businesses in adjusting to the new trade environment and developing tools to navigate the expected economic challenges,
This worrying step could harm jobs in Israel and reduce activity in the American market,
We are working to understand the motivation behind this move,
Dr. Ron Tomer, President of the Manufacturers Association of Israel, said in a statement on Wednesday night We will do everything we can to work towards an agreement with the United States, with the goal of avoiding a trade war that would inevitably weaken the West in favor of other global players,
she said in a statement on Facebook It's essential to act with purpose and with force, and that's what we will do,
he told reporters ahead of a cabinet meeting to discuss Canada's response The Brazilian government is evaluating all possible actions to ensure reciprocity in bilateral trade, including resorting to the World Trade Organization, in defense of legitimate national interests,
We will engage in dialog with US authorities to seek the best access conditions for Costa Rican products,
the foreign trade ministry's communications office told Reuters In any case, as always, we will act in the interest of Italy and its economy, also engaging with other European partners,
The reduction in customs duties will, in effect, expand the US-Israel trade agreement and strengthen bilateral strategic relations,
the Prime Minister's Office, Finance Ministry and Economy and Industry Ministry said in a joint statement Today we canceled all of the customs duties levied on products from the U.S., Israel’s largest trading partner,
Mr. Netanyahu said in a post on X, formerly Twitter
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