While tariffs and value-added taxes seem similar, a VAT would be a more effective, long-term solution for boosting the U.S. economy. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2025/04/04/world/europes-vat-hurts-us/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #worldnews #europe #us #trade #euusrelations #tariffs #valueaddedtaxes #vats #donaldtrump
Europe’s VAT hurts the U.S.? Retaliate with a VAT.

Maybe misconceptions about tariffs and trade can be turned to America’s advantage.

The Japan Times