As world leaders wait to hear Donald Trump in Davos about his America First policy, top officials from his administration asserted on Wednesday protections are necessary for markets to function properly but refused to comment on what the President will talk about, saying he himself makes changes to his speeches. A number of world leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, have spoken about an urgent need to shun protectionism. Trump’s speech, scheduled for Friday, is being keenly awaited in the backdrop of his America First policies. We’re looking to increase exports.”On what is next for protections in the US, Ross listed property rights, steel and aluminium. There have always been trade wars; the difference now is US troops are now coming to the ramparts,” he said.

Source: Hindustan Times January 24, 2018 11:15 UTC