President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 100% tariff on goods from any country that maintains a digital services tax on American companies.
In a post on Truth Social on Friday, Trump stated that such a tariff would supersede any existing trade agreements, whether signed or implemented.
The threat marks a significant escalation in the ongoing dispute over digital taxation, which has long been a flashpoint between the United States and several major economies, including members of the European Union.
By explicitly stating that the tariff would override prior trade deals, the administration is signaling a willingness to prioritize its stance on digital levies over established diplomatic and commercial frameworks.
Markets are likely to view this development as a source of renewed trade policy uncertainty.
Multinational technology firms, which are the primary targets of digital services taxes, could face increased pressure on their international operations.