# Union federation Saftu has condemned the new US tariffs imposed by president Donald Trump, including a 30-percent tariff on South African exports. They warn this move threatens jobs in key sectors such as manufacturing, agriculture, and mining, potentially reducing economic growth. The federation’s Newton Masuku urges the government to strengthen economic ties with BRICS nations and reduce reliance on US trade, and invest in local industries to protect workers:
Saftu urges the government to strengthen ties with BRICS amid US trade threats [SOUND]
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