# Trump imposes 100% tariffs on imports of certain drones

https://mins.news/en/item/21709

- TASS, 2026-08-13 23:42 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://tass.com/economy/2172625

> US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation imposing 100% ad valorem tariffs on certain drones and components, while some smaller drones and other components face a 25% rate. The measure is presented as a way to strengthen national security by expanding domestic drone production. Rates are capped at 15% for products from Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Switzerland, Liechtenstein and the EU, and at 10% for British products.

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