<h1>US imposes 30% tariff on island nation imports effective August 1, threatening 50,000 export jobs</h1> The US imposed a 30% tariff on all imports from the island nation, effective August 1, 2025, as part of a broader trade initiative targeting seven countries. The opposition criticized the government for poor negotiations, noting the tariff threatens 50,000 export sector jobs. An economist stated the nation should have agreed to reduce tariffs on US exports, citing another country that secured only 20% tariffs by eliminating duties on American goods. The 30% rate represents a reduction from the originally proposed 44% in April. The nation's annual exports to the US are valued at $3 billion, with analysts warning of significant economic impact on the local economy.