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Portuguese Economist Ricardo Reis Dropped by IMF After Criticising Tariffs

Portuguese economist Ricardo Reis has reportedly been dropped by the IMF following public criticism of US tariffs proposed by Donald Trump.

By 10 Sep 2026 · 09:30 CET Updated 10 Sep 2026 · 09:30 CET

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According to Euronews, Portuguese economist Ricardo Reis has been dropped by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) after speaking out against trade policies associated with Donald Trump.

Prior to his departure, Reis had issued public warnings regarding proposed tariffs. He cautioned that such measures could drive up prices for consumers within the United States and potentially spark a brand new wave of inflation.

Further details regarding the exact circumstances of his departure from the institution remain limited following the recent announcement.

Source: Euronews. Read the original report ↗

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