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What is forced labour?
Forced labour is when people are made to work against their will, often under threat or coercion. It's a serious human rights issue and is illegal in most countries. The US accusation suggests they believe some goods are being produced using these unethical practices, and the tariff is a way to pressure countries to stop it.
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