The U.S. has a $282 billion trade surplus you’ve never heard of — and it’s at risk
The commentary calls the Biden administration’s 2023 withdrawal of support for core digital-trade principles well-intentioned but shortsighted.

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The commentary calls the Biden administration’s 2023 withdrawal of support for core digital-trade principles well-intentioned but shortsighted.

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A Fortune commentary argues that the United States should restore strong digital-trade rules, citing a reported $282 billion surplus in digitally delivered services and benefits to businesses and national security. It urges the Trump administration and Congress to negotiate agreements, pass legislation, and resist digital-trade restrictions.
His administration’s 2023 withdrawal of support for digital-trade principles is criticized
The commentary urges his administration to restore U.S. leadership on digital trade
Trump's version of this story ↗Introduced the Digital Trade Promotion Act with three other senators
Introduced the Digital Trade Promotion Act with three other senators
U.S. Trade Representative quoted for his declaration about 2025
House Digital Trade Caucus co-chair
Introduced the Digital Trade Promotion Act with three other senators
House Digital Trade Caucus co-chair
Introduced the Digital Trade Promotion Act with three other senators
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Introduced the Digital Trade Promotion Act with three other senators