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title: "Trump warns BRICS nations could face 100% tariffs"
description: "WASHINGTON, Feb 13 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that BRICS nations could face 100% tariffs from the United States \"if they want to play games with the dollar.\""
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# Trump warns BRICS nations could face 100% tariffs

> WASHINGTON, Feb 13 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that BRICS nations could face 100% tariffs from the United States "if they want to play games with the dollar."

By Reuters · Published 13 February 2025, 23:43 SAST · Updated 13 February 2025, 23:43 SAST

## Key points
- In a world where BRICS nations flirt with their own currency, one official warns that any trade romance will come with a hefty 100% tariff hangover.
- BRICS nations are exploring the establishment of their own currency.
- A potential 100% tariff on any trading could be imposed if this currency is implemented.
- The comments reflect concerns over economic implications for global trade.
- The situation underscores the growing influence of BRICS in the international financial landscape.

## Content

"If any trading gets through, it'll be 100% tariff, at least," he said in response to a question about the BRICS nations - Brazil, Russia, India and China - setting up their own currency.

(Reporting By Steve Holland; Editing by Chris Reese)