Tesla and Samsung have opposed proposed new US tariffs on Vietnamese goods, warning that additional trade restrictions could disrupt supply chains and increase costs for American manufacturers.
The companies made their positions known in submissions to the US government ahead of the November 29 deadline for an investigation into alleged intellectual property violations in Vietnam.
Tesla urged US trade officials to consider the supply chain needs of American manufacturers, explaining that some advanced components and precision manufacturing equipment cannot easily be sourced domestically.
Samsung also raised concerns, noting that Vietnam produces a significant share of the smartphones and network equipment it supplies to the US. The South Korean company has invested approximately $25 billion in Vietnam.
Several retail, footwear and clothing industry groups have also opposed additional tariffs, citing their extensive manufacturing operations in the country.
However, US industries representing steel, seafood, solar panels, plywood and wood products are calling for new trade penalties, accusing Vietnam of unfair trade practices. Software, film and music industry groups have also urged Washington to demand stronger action against piracy and intellectual property violations.
The investigation could determine whether the US introduces additional tariffs on Vietnamese imports, potentially affecting businesses, manufacturers and trade relations between the two countries.
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