U.S. to negotiate over wind turbine imports; tariffs remain possible

The proclamation directs federal officials to seek agreements with foreign trading partners over imports of wind turbines and their components. They must provide the president with an update within 180 days, and Commerce will continue monitoring imports.

The president says the imports threaten national security, citing cybersecurity risks, radar interference and effects on the power grid. These are findings cited in the proclamation.

• No new tariffs are imposed by this proclamation. Existing tariffs on certain steel, aluminum and copper products remain in place.
• The president may consider other import measures depending on the talks, including if an agreement is not reached within 180 days or proves ineffective.