Was China the reason Guyana faced higher Trump tariff?

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A Guyanese political commentator says Washington objects to Beijing's "very strong foothold" in the country.

Ms Mottley, who is also the prime minister of Barbados, is calling for Washington to "work with" the Caribbean to keep prices down.

With already ever-increasing shipping costs in the Caribbean, and high local import duties causing exorbitant prices in a region beset by low wages, the impact of Trump's tariffs could be profound and keenly felt.

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Category: Business

Markets: United KingdomAntigua and BarbudaBarbadosCanadaChinaGuyanaJamaicaMexicoSurinameUnited StatesVenezuela

Topics: Country Guyana Tariffs Tariff Caribbean Goods Countries Been China Region

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Published On: 2025-04-28 @ 09:29:09 (13 hours ago)

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