Global trade alliances are accelerating in response to President Trump’s protectionist policies, with countries forging new agreements to mitigate the effects of rising U.S. tariffs, according to The Wall Street Journal. On Tuesday, the U.K. and India finalized a trade deal cutting tariffs on whiskey, cars, footwear, and jewelry, expected to boost bilateral trade by over $34 billion. The EU is pushing for similar agreements with India, Mercosur, and Southeast Asian nations, while Canada and Asia revive past deals. Experts say Trump’s policies have acted as a catalyst for deeper global economic integration.
