South African wine exporters on edge as US mulls 30% tariff
Industry warns of job losses and economic fallout as trade terms come under pressure
29 May 2025 - 05:00
South Africa’s wine exporters are anxiously watching tariff negotiations with the US that could shape the future of the market.
Even after last week’s meeting with US President Donald Trump, there is no clarity on the sustainability of wine exports to the US should the proposed 30% tariff come into effect in July...
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