05/06/2026
A trade dispute thousands of miles away can still hit businesses in Singapore.
โ๏ธ The proposed 12.5% US tariff linked to forced labour concerns is a reminder that companies are increasingly being judged not just on what they do, but also on what happens across their supply chains.
๐ฆ For businesses involved in exports, manufacturing or international sourcing, supplier due diligence is no longer just a compliance issue โ it is a commercial one.
In todayโs environment, supply chain risk can become business risk very quickly.
Reference:
The Straits Times
https://www.straitstimes.com/business/singapore-could-face-12-5-us-tariff-after-forced-labour-trade-probe
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