As the deadly protests continue to escalate in Iran, United States President Donald Trump has declared that his country will impose a 25% tariff on any country doing trade with Iran.
This comes after the Iran government warned other countries from interfering with its internal affairs.
Donald Trump to Impose 25% Tariff on Countries Trading With Iran
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According to a report by The Guardian, the US President made the announcement via a post on his Truth Social account.
"Effective immediately, any Country doing business with the Islamic Republic of Iran will pay a Tariff of 25% on any and all business being done with the United States of America,” Trump said in his post.
“This order is final and conclusive,” he added.
His declaration comes as protests in Iran continue to worsen. The BBC's report notes that more than 600 protesters have already been killed since the anti-government protest began as 2025 came to a close.
As concern and condemnation continues to grow in the international community, the government of Iran has said that it is open to discussing a solution to the protests with Washington. However, it has warned other countries, particularly the United Kingdom, from interfering with its internal affairs.
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Does Indonesia Engage in Trade With Iran?
Indonesia is potential in danger of being imposed with the 25% tariff as its actively trading with Iran.
As a report by ANTARA News notes, Indonesia and Iran signed a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) in 2023 in an effort to boost trade between the two countries.
Data from the Asia Pacific Solidarity Network also show that Indonesia imports products such as dates, pistachios, and petroleum jelly from Iran. Data from Databoks, on the other hand, shows that Indonesia exports edible fruits and nuts, among others to the Middle Eastern nation.
It remains to be seen how the Indonesian government will respond.
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