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by rayiner 483 days ago
But are they better enough that it’s worth exporting jobs and industrial capability abroad?
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I think it’s the other way around. US and China is applying a downward pressure on EU taxes and labor rights, and VAT balances it by treating everyone equally.

Keep in mind, a German built vehicle pays VAT on all the imported materials and components too. I imagine that is a significant share.

When most other countries apply VAT, I think the correct counter for the US is to do the same.