Trump Administration Tariffs Imposed on Australia
CHAMBER NT BUSINESS NEWS
15 April 2025
The global trade landscape continues to shift under the influence of the recent US tariffs, which have become a dynamic and unpredictable disruption. For Australian businesses engaged in international trade - particularly those operating from the Northern Territory, staying informed has never been more important.
Trump Administration Tariffs Imposed on Australia
* Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 authorises the President to take action to adjust the imports of an article and its derivatives if the President concurs with the Secretary’s finding that the article is being imported into the United States in such quantities or under such circumstances as to threaten to impair the national security.
Share Your Experiences
The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) is assisting the Federal Government, through Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and other departments, to better understand what disruptions are being caused.
If you have any trade issues that you feel are as a result of primary or secondary effects of the US tariffs, please feel free to email [email protected] to contribute to that greater national input.
Information Resources and Supports
While there are reliable sources providing updates on the tariffs, the full implications for Australia's trade interests, especially at a regional level for our Territory businesses remain complex and evolving.
To assist exporters and businesses affected by these changes, the following official resources offer the most current insights:
Austrade’s Go Global Toolkit (export.business.gov.au) is the key source for Australian Government information: US Tariff changes support for Australian businesses
US Government Source Materials
Exporter can also be directed to the source materials:
In a fast-moving global trade environment, staying ahead means being proactive. Make use of the resources available, communicate openly with the peak industry bodies, and ensure your business has the latest information and support to navigate the changing tariff.