IMF stresses that new US trade tariffs keep global economic uncertainty high and calls for international cooperation.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said it is closely monitoring new trade tariffs announced by the US, which include a 50% increase on copper imports from Brazil. The IMF warns that global economic uncertainty remains high and urges governments to work together for a stable trading environment. Although economic activity has picked up slightly, the real impact of the tariffs will be felt more strongly in the second half of the year.