Foreign Trade (Policy Proposal #12)

Proposed Policy

A) Proclaim a 100% free trade policy. However, if the trading country has any trade restrictions then we would impose mirror policies.

B) Any currency that is not freely traded would be subjected to tariffs based on a financial analysis of true valuation, not political posturing.

What would this accomplish?

A1) We would create a clear and concise trade policy. It would force other countries to abide by fair trade practices. This should open up closed markets.

B1) This would take this issue out of the political arena where nothing gets accomplished. This would work to help correct any trade imbalances.

Commentary

These policies are NOT protectionist. They are meant to open up markets to have fair, reciprocal trade. Currency valuation is a means to fix trade imbalances. If a trading partner cannot comply, then we must take alternative action.
Point of manufacturing creates wealth and jobs, we must align policy with that in thought. Trade must be a “win-win” situation, not a one way street.