vinny41

"I've just looked according to Trump the UK imposes 20% tariffs on goods from America that is a lie." you are correct with your statement it actually 30% that the UK imposes on goods from America 10% tariffs plus 20% VAT Importing a car from the UK to the USA charges were December 2024 import tariffs 2.5% value of car plus 0.5% harbour tax total 3% Importing a car from the USA to the UK 10% import tariff of the value of the vehicle plus 20% Vat Total 30%

For years, Thailand has imposed high tariffs on imported cars to protect its local car industry. These import taxes can be as high as 80%, which adds a huge amount to the price of foreign vehicles. For example, a car priced at 720,000 baht ($20,000) in another country can balloon to 1.3 million baht or more due to these tariffs. On top of that, excise taxes based on engine size and emissions are applied, along with a 7% VAT (Value Added Tax) on the car’s total cost, including import duties and excise taxes. Additional charges like registration fees, road tax, and customs processing fees further inflate the final price. High car prices in Thailand are primarily due to import taxes and local taxes. Import duties can range from 187% to 328% depending on engine size, significantly inflating the cost of foreign vehicles. https://thethaiger.com/guides/automotive/why-are-cars-so-expensive-in-thailand Import tariffs are only the starting point when you add all the other taxes the final total is much higher In 2018 there was a proposal to cut the import tariff on finished car from 80% to 40%. The statement came on the heels of a recent proposal made by the Independent Car Importer and Distributor Association, asking the Ministry of Finance to cut the import tariff on finished car from 80% to 40%. Somsak Sriratanaprapas, the association's chairman, was quoted in Thai media as saying the tariff should be as in other countries in the region to secure a level playing field both for local auto manufacturers as well as importers. "We want to see a realistic tariff rate that allows all parties to compete freely in a fair game," Somsak was quoted as saying. He argued that local auto makers have been well-protected by the unrealistic high duty for more than 30 years and it should be the right time to reduce the tariff. Somsak added that the ministry is considering the association's proposal. https://thaiauto.or.th/2020/news/news-detail.asp?news_id=4072

For Canada and Mexico, the existing fentanyl/migration IEEPA orders remain in effect, and are unaffected by this order. This means USMCA compliant goods will continue to see a 0% tariff, non-USMCA compliant goods will see a 25% tariff, and non-USMCA compliant energy and potash will see a 10% tariff. In the event the existing fentanyl/migration IEEPA orders are terminated, USMCA compliant goods would continue to receive preferential treatment, while non-USMCA compliant goods would be subject to a 12% reciprocal tariff. https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/04/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-declares-national-emergency-to-increase-our-competitive-edge-protect-our-sovereignty-and-strengthen-our-national-and-economic-security/ No tariffs applied for Canada and Mexico on goods that are USMCA compliant

July 23, 2024 Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway cuts its stake in EV giant BYD to under 5%, dropping below Hong Kong’s disclosure threshold https://fortune.com/asia/2024/07/23/warren-buffett-berkshire-hathaway-cuts-byd-stake-china-ev/

The US firms backing Trump's fight over trade But try looking for American-made jelly in Europe, and you're likely to come up short. The US exports less than $300,000 (£231,000) in jam each year to the bloc. It's an imbalance that US company JM Smucker, one of the biggest sellers of such products in the US, blames on a 24%-plus import tax its fruit spreads face in the EU. Apple farmers raised the big disparity in import duties their fruit faces in countries such as India (50%), Thailand (40%) and Brazil (10%), as well as sanitary rules in countries such as Australia they said unfairly block their exports. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c04z0ydvql2o i have yet to see a single post which supports that Trump is wrong on tariffs Importing a car from the UK to the USA charges were December 2024 import tariffs 2.5% value of car plus 0.5% harbour tax total 3% Importing a car from the USA to the UK 10% import tariff of the value of the vehicle plus 20% Vat Total 30%

as stated they were mixing up tdac (TM6) and ETA ETA is only for visa-exempt visitors The ETA’s aim is to enhance the screening and tracking of foreign nationals entering Thailand https://www.fragomen.com/insights/thailand-electronic-travel-authorization-requirement-for-visa-exempt-nationals-forthcoming.html

Here is the article where they discuss TDAC and ETA Travellers to Thailand nervous about new entry system being tested for security purposes by police https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2025/03/30/travellers-to-thailand-nervous-about-new-entry-system-being-tested-for-security-purposes-by-police/ Tourist levy linked to the new ETA system could provide automatic insurance cover for foreign visitors Significantly, this tourist levy is planned to come with automatic insurance coverage of up to ฿500,000. Therefore, it has been broadly supported by the Thai foreign tourism industry.

the article is mixing up TDAC with ETA which is only valid for visa exempt tourists The ETA will be fully implemented by June 2025. The e-Visa service and the ETA system will be integrated into a single online application submission platform. All visa-exempt foreign nationals entering by land, air or sea will be required to obtain an ETA before entering Thailand, except nationals of Laos, Cambodia, and Malaysia, who will be waived from the ETA requirement. Additionally, the Ministry of Tourism and Sports plans to introduce a THB 300 Thai Travel Tax, pending Cabinet approval in January 2025. This tax, requiring pre-arrival online registration and payment, may affect the ETA timeline. https://www.fragomen.com/insights/thailand-electronic-travel-authorization-requirement-for-visa-exempt-nationals-forthcoming.html

Clearly you haven't read the user guide as you can only complete the TDAC no earlier than 72 hours from their arrival date which is no earlier than 72 hours Malaysia has a similar digital arrivals card system called MDAC In Malaysia not all passport holders are eligible to access e-gates but for those that are eligible its a no brainer 2-3 minutes to clear immigration versus 30-45 minutes queuing to see an mmigration officer

system works very well in other countries In Malaysia for example if you countries passport is eligible to access e-gate it is possible to clear immigration in about 2-3 minutes In my opinion this option will be gratefully received by tourists who visit Thailand many times

user guide states Download the Thailand Digital Arrival Card. You can also download or print a copy from the email address provided for the duration of your stay in Thailand. print a copy and you don't need a phone

Thailand is planning to implement an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system for visa-exempt visitors June 2025 https://www.fragomen.com/insights/thailand-electronic-travel-authorization-requirement-for-visa-exempt-nationals-forthcoming.html#:~:text=The situation,may affect the ETA timeline. If it is implement the same way as the Malaysian MDAC where First-Time Registration: Upon arrival, first-time users from eligible countries must register their passports at a manual counter, after which they can use the autogates for subsequent trips. Then it will be possible to enter and leave Thailand using automated immigration clearance gates without ever queuing to see an immigration officer if you have both TDAC and ETA

In this Video Vance acknowledges Denmark past military assistance and sacrifices What about the many Danes who lost their lives in the war on terror fighting alongside the United States?" Well look we obviously honor the sacrifice of our Danish friends in the war on terror 20 years ago just as for example the French honor the sacrifice of Americans in Normandy 80 years ago But recognizing that there are important security partnerships in the past does not mean that we can't have disagreements with allies in the present about how to preserve our shared security for the future And that's what this is about

For years, Thailand has imposed high tariffs on imported cars to protect its local car industry. These import taxes can be as high as 80%, which adds a huge amount to the price of foreign vehicles. For example, a car priced at 720,000 baht ($20,000) in another country can balloon to 1.3 million baht or more due to these tariffs. On top of that, excise taxes based on engine size and emissions are applied, along with a 7% VAT (Value Added Tax) on the car’s total cost, including import duties and excise taxes. Additional charges like registration fees, road tax, and customs processing fees further inflate the final price. High car prices in Thailand are primarily due to import taxes and local taxes. Import duties can range from 187% to 328% depending on engine size, significantly inflating the cost of foreign vehicles. https://thethaiger.com/guides/automotive/why-are-cars-so-expensive-in-thailand Import tariffs are only the starting point when you add all the other taxes the final total is much higher Türkiye has increased additional tariffs on gasoline and hybrid cars imported from China from %40 to %50, effective January 1, 2025. https://www.turkiyetoday.com/business/turkiye-raises-tariffs-on-chinese-cars-to-50-100107/#:~:text=Türkiye

Yes, Thailand imposes a high import tariff of 80% on motor vehicles, including those from the USA, to protect its domestic automotive industry. Here's a more detailed explanation: High Tariffs: Thailand has historically maintained high tariffs on imported motor vehicles, including cars, to support its local automotive industry. 80% Tariff: The standard import tariff for motor vehicles, including those from the USA, is 80% of the vehicle's value. Other High Tariffs: Besides cars, Thailand also imposes high tariffs on other goods that compete with locally produced items, such as motorcycles (60%), distilled spirits (54% or 60%), and certain plastic articles (30%). Protection of Local Industry: The high tariffs are intended to protect the Thai automotive industry and encourage local production. Exceptions: Additional Taxes and Duties: Besides the import tariff, there are other taxes and duties to consider, such as excise tax and VAT. Thai automakers desperate to keep high tariff on imported cars https://thaiauto.or.th/2020/news/news-detail.asp?news_id=4072