Tariffs are by no means a new concept, though they have gained a lot more prominence among everyday folk since US President Trump took office for his second term. 

The clue is in the name: Liberation Day. When President Trump announced at the beginning of his speech that he was declaring the independence of the United States from the global trade system, this was not a negotiation. The rhetoric used was violent: “America has been looted, pillaged and raped by other countries.” The scale of the tariffs imposed was unprecedented—a minimum of 10% and for some, notably China, much higher. 

Trade banks today are faced with a whirlwind of new changes and challenges. From tariffs and trade wars to digitalisation and data migrations, it can be a difficult space to operate in.

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The worlds of 2015 and 2025 present a fascinating contrast in terms of technological advancements, societal shifts, and global challenges. 

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