The Economic Times

'Didnt like the way she talked: How a phone call pushed Trump to hit Switzerland with 39% tariffs

US President Donald Trump increased tariffs on Swiss goods significantly after a difficult phone call with Switzerland's Karin Keller-Sutter. Trump stated Switzerland benefited from low tariffs while running a large trade deficit with the US. Despite initial high tariffs, a deal was later reached to lower them. Swiss companies also committed to substantial US investments.