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U.S. raises tariffs on Afghan goods to 15 percent
The United States has increased tariffs on imports of Afghan goods to 15 percent, up from the 10 percent rate that was first introduced in April 2025.
The decision is part of a broader trade policy shift under President Donald Trump, who returned to office with a focus on so-called “reciprocal tariffs” — a doctrine that seeks to match or exceed the import duties that other countries impose on U.S. goods.
On Thursday, Trump signed a new executive order expanding the scope of these tariffs. The order imposes new or increased import duties on products from dozens of countries, including Afghanistan, and is set to take effect within seven days.