Hey there! 🌟 Did you know that when countries trade goods with each other, it’s like friends swapping toys? But sometimes, things can get a bit tricky.
Recently, the U.S. President, Donald Trump, decided to put a tax called a “tariff” on things coming into the U.S. from other countries. This tax started on Saturday, and it’s making many people around the world think hard about what’s next.
Vietnam, a country in Southeast Asia, sends a lot of things like clothes, shoes, and electronics to the U.S. In fact, the U.S. buys more from Vietnam than any other country does! That’s like having a best friend who always wants to trade with you.
Some people in Vietnam are worried about these new tariffs. A teacher named Long said, “When the U.S. puts tariffs on many countries, prices of American goods will go up, and Americans will have to pay more.” That means if you’re buying something made in Vietnam, it might cost more now.
Duc Anh, a student, added, “It will have a huge impact on Vietnamese people and could harm the friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and the U.S.”
So, why does this matter to us? Well, when countries have disagreements over trade, it can affect prices and how easily we can get the things we love. It’s important for countries to work together, just like how we like to play and share with our friends!
Let’s hope everyone can find a way to make trading fair and fun for all! 😊
Reference(s):
We Talk: Vietnamese believe U.S. tariffs will hurt both countries
cgtn.com
