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It is a field of research in computer science that develops and studies methods and software that enable machines to perceive their environment and use learning and intelligence to take actions that maximize their chances of achieving defined goals. Such machines may be called AIs. AI technology is widely used throughout industry, government, and science.   Some high-profile applications include advanced web search engines (e.g., Google Search); recommendation systems (used by platforms such as YouTube, Amazon, and Netflix); interacting via human speech (e.g., Google Assistant, Siri, and Alexa); autonomous vehicles (e.g., Waymo); generative and creative tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Apple Intelligence, and AI art); and superhuman play and analysis in strategy games (e.g., chess and Go). However, many AI applications are not perceived as AI. It would appear that much of specific AI has filtered into general applications, often without being called AI because once something becomes useful and common enough, it is no longer labelled as AI.   The growing use of AI in the 21st century is influencing a societal and economic shift towards increased automation, data-driven decision-making, and the integration of AI systems into various economic and commercial sectors and areas of everyday life. Its impact is felt across job markets, healthcare, government, industry, education, propaganda, and disinformation and deception, whether deliberate or otherwise. 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It then explores the global institutions that shape tariff policy: the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the World Customs Organization (WCO), explaining their roles in regulating international trade and maintaining the Harmonized System used worldwide.   A substantial portion of the book focuses on the structure and mechanics of the tariff itself, including commodity codes, General Interpretative Rules (GIRs), duty rates, tariff engineering, quotas, and non-tariff measures such as anti-dumping and countervailing duties. It explains how tariffs function as fiscal tools, regulatory mechanisms, and political instruments—covering topics like tariff inversion, protectionism, and the weaponization of tariffs in foreign policy.   The book also addresses modern trade challenges, including supply-chain risk, rules of origin, trade creation and diversion, and the operation of free-trade agreements and customs unions. It highlights the importance of competence and awareness among traders and customs professionals when navigating tariff systems. Later chapters examine recent U.S. tariff policies, including Section 301 and 232 actions, and discuss how tariffs are used to protect domestic industries or influence international behavior. 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