US Cuts Proposed Tariffs on Italian Pasta Imports
The US Department of Commerce has dramatically reduced proposed tariffs on Italian pasta, offering relief to major producers like Barilla. The final decision is due on 12 March.
The US Department of Commerce has dramatically reduced proposed tariffs on Italian pasta, offering relief to major producers like Barilla. The final decision is due on 12 March.
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