protectionism
US /prəˈtek.ʃən.ɪ.zəm/
UK /prəˈtek.ʃən.ɪ.zəm/
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proteksionisme
the theory or practice of shielding a country's domestic industries from foreign competition by taxing imports
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The government implemented protectionism to support local businesses.
Kerajaan melaksanakan proteksionisme untuk menyokong perniagaan tempatan.
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Critics argue that protectionism can lead to trade wars.
Pengkritik berpendapat bahawa proteksionisme boleh menyebabkan perang perdagangan.