La Derecha Diario The government highlighted that Ecuador received the lowest tariff in Trump's new policy.
Compared to other countries in the region, Ecuador was left with the lowest tariff imposed by the U.S
The National Government highlighted that Ecuador received the lowest tariff in the new trade package announced by U.S. President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, countries like Venezuela and Nicaragua will face rates of 15% and 18% respectively, Ecuador will only be subject to a 10% tariff.
The Ecuadorian administration clarified that no additional sanctions or specific measures were imposed against the country. This positions Ecuador as one of the least affected Latin American nations by Washington's recent trade decisions.
From the Ministry of Production, it was assured that Ecuador is among the countries with the lowest tariff rates in the U.S. market. The government's commitment to strengthening diplomatic and commercial relations with its main foreign partner was also reiterated.
According to the official statement, “no country has less than 10%,” highlighting that other more closed economies with protectionist policies faced more severe tariffs. The Noboa Government's open trade position allowed for avoiding greater impacts on bilateral exchange.
The new tariffs announced by Trump will be applied in two phases, starting on April 5 with the 10% tariff, and then on April 9 with the higher ones directed at powers like China and the European Union. Ecuador avoided being included in this more severe second phase.
Experts in the productive sector have pointed out that, since regional competitors will pay similar rates, Ecuadorian competitiveness will not be significantly affected. Additionally, diplomatic and technical channels have been activated to mitigate any possible impact.
The government reaffirmed its commitment to the country's economic development and the opening of new markets. The quick and measured reaction to this international policy reinforces the pragmatic leadership of the Noboa administration.
Daniel Noboa's management allowed Ecuador to face the least possible impact in this new wave of tariffs. This decision underscores the strategic positioning of Ecuadorian foreign policy under the current administration, which bets on fair trade and stable relations with powers like the United States.
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