CurrentReport Blog The White House on Friday asserted that the United States remains indispensable to global trade, as over 75 countries have approached the U.S. government seeking to renegotiate or initiate new trade agreements.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized during a press briefing that foreign nations are actively pursuing access to American markets, describing them as vital for their economic survival.
“They have made it very clear. They need the United States of America. They need our markets. They need our consumer base,” Leavitt said. “We have heard from South Korea. We have heard from Japan. The President has spoken to Vietnam. We have Italy coming to the White House next week.”
Leavitt highlighted that the Trump administration is strategically using this global demand as leverage to secure better trade terms for the U.S., aligning with the President’s “America First” economic policy.
This declaration comes on the heels of President Donald Trump’s recent move to suspend reciprocal tariffs for 90 days on goods from over 70 countries, including Nigeria. The temporary suspension is seen as a strategic reset in trade diplomacy, potentially paving the way for more favorable bilateral agreements.
Analysts suggest this signals a shift toward aggressive trade negotiations, with the U.S. positioning itself as an essential player in the global economic arena. The suspension of tariffs is expected to spark renewed engagement from trade partners seeking long-term access to the lucrative American market.
