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Australia hit with fresh Donald Trump tariff blow.
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Trump slaps 12.5pc tariff on Australian exports

Australian exporters are facing a fresh trade blow after US President Donald Trump confirmed higher tariffs would take effect from today.

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The Trump administration has confirmed Australian exports to the US will be hit with a 12.5 per cent tariff, replacing the temporary 10 per cent levy that was due to expire.
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Australia hit with fresh Donald Trump tariff blow.

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