US proposes trade measures against Nicaragua over labor rights


  • World
  • Tuesday, 21 Oct 2025

(Reuters) -The United States Trade Representative on Monday proposed tariffs and other measures against Nicaragua after determining that Nicaragua's policies and actions related to labor, human and fundamental rights are unreasonable and impact U.S. commerce.

"As a result of the determination that Nicaragua’s acts, policies, and practices are actionable, the U.S. Trade Representative has proposed a range of responsive actions," The U.S. trade representative's office said in a statement.

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