Trump Deals Poised to Fall Short of Sweeping Trade Reforms

Trade agreements initiated under former U.S. President Donald Trump are facing mounting criticism as analysts suggest they fail to deliver the broad, structural changes once promised. While some deals provided temporary relief from tariffs and opened limited access to foreign markets, experts say they stop short of addressing deeper issues such as intellectual property rights, forced technology transfers, and regulatory transparency. Economists note that the initial fanfare surrounding Trump-era trade pacts, including agreements with China and North American partners, has faded amid concerns over enforcement mechanisms and long-term benefits. Critics argue that the deals were more symbolic than transformative, aimed at short-term political gain rather than comprehensive reform of global trade practices. With global economic dynamics shifting and new trade blocs forming, the legacy of Trump’s trade strategy is being re-evaluated. Many experts now believe that without follow-up reforms, these deals may struggle to remain relevant in today’s competitive trade environment.

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