Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:40pm on 27 Jun 2025,Friday International
US President Donald Trump signaled flexibility on the July 9 deadline for imposing reciprocal tariffs, saying, “We can do whatever we want.” Speaking at the White House, Trump hinted the timeline could shift depending on trade progress. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent suggested deals with 10–12 major partners might be finalized by Labor Day. White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt called the July deadline “not critical.” Trump also hinted at a “very big” deal with India after the recent China agreement. Markets rallied on hopes of delayed tariffs, which could avert major global trade disruptions. Negotiations continue with the EU, India, and others. (PC: India Today)
