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Trade Policy Strategies

Covers negotiation leverage, partner categorization frameworks, decoupling from rivals, and geopolitical trade alignment, enduring approaches for executives.

Futuristic geopolitical map showing four tiers of US trade partnerships in 2026, with the Western Hemisphere as Tier 1 integrated markets, strategic allies as Tier 2, China in Tier 3 penalty box, and Europe as Tier 4 losing priority

2026: When the New Monroe Doctrine Becomes Real

December 31, 2025

In 2026, U.S. economic policy solidifies a new kind of Monroe Doctrine. Global supply chains stop bending and start locking in by strategic tier. Understand how the “four buckets” of trade partners are reshaping commerce, risk, and capital flows.

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The Trump Trade Doctrine in Action: Policy Developments

Trade Policy Strategies

By Dan Krouse

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The Pros and Cons of Higher Tariffs: A Business Perspective

Trade Policy Strategies

By Dan Krouse

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Advanced Tariff Strategies: Creating Competitive Advantage

Trade Policy Strategies

By Dan Krouse

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Mid-Range Tariff Strategies: Beyond the Basics

Trade Policy Strategies

By Dan Krouse

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Tariff Response Strategies 101: Essential Steps for Every Business

Trade Policy Strategies

By Dan Krouse

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Decoding the Strategy Behind President Trump’s Tariff Policies

Trade Policy Strategies

By Dan Krouse

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Why “free trade” has always been more fairy tale than fact, and why that matters for your next sourcing decision.

Trade Policy Strategies

By Dan Krouse

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Tariffs Through Time: Lessons from U.S. Trade History

Trade Policy Strategies

By Dan Krouse

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Tariffs 101: What Business Leaders Need to Know

Trade Policy Strategies

By Dan Krouse