Australia hit with 12.5% US tariff as new global levies take effect

Trump's 12.5% tariff on Australia exceeds the 10% rate other countries face, taking effect five months after a court struck down earlier US imposts.

Why it mattersAustralian exporters face higher costs immediately, and the outcome of Canberra's lobbying will determine whether the rate holds.

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