Here’s How Countries Are Responding to US Tariffs

America’s largest trading partners are looking for a reprieve from newly announced tariffs on goods imported to the United States.

President Donald Trump signs an executive order after delivering remarks on reciprocal tariffs during an event in the Rose Garden entitled "Make America Wealthy Again" at the White House in Washington on April 2, 2025. Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images

America’s trading partners around the world are asking President Donald Trump to reconsider a slew of new tariffs the White House imposed on April 2.

Shortly after Trump made his announcement in a ceremony at the White House, leaders and government officials from around the world issued statements and spoke with reporters about how their nation plans to react to the tariffs.