11 Sep, 2025
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Myanmar Junta Spins Trump’s Tariff Letter as Welcome Recognition

Myanmar’s military leader, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, has expressed “sincere appreciation” for a letter from US President Donald Trump announcing new tariffs on Myanmar’s exports to the US. The letter, sent on July 7, 2025, notified Myanmar of a 40% tariff rate on its exports starting August 1, down from a previously threatened 44%. […]