Trump’s tariffs are shaking up elections in Australia, Singapore and South Korea

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Who's voting, what issues are driving voters on the ground—and how each country is handling a more protectionist, more volatile U.S.

Lee Jae-myung, a presidential primary candidate of the Democratic Party, gives a thumbs-up during the final nomination convention for the 21st presidential election at KINTEX in Goyang, South Korea, on September 27, 2021.

Even before Trump threatened a 25% reciprocal tariff, South Korea was already grappling with 25% tariffs on cars, steel and aluminum.

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Author / Journalist: Nicholas Gordon, Lionel Lim

Category: EconomyBusiness

Markets: United StatesAustraliaSouth KoreaSingapore

Topics: Philippines Elections Tariffs and trade Featured Donald Trump Editor's Picks

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Published On: 2025-04-30 @ 09:00:00 (18 hours ago)

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