protectionism
US /prəˈtek.ʃən.ɪ.zəm/
UK /prəˈtek.ʃən.ɪ.zəm/
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protectionisme
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.
De regering voerde protectionisme in om lokale bedrijven te ondersteunen.
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Critics argue that protectionism can lead to trade wars.
Critici beweren dat protectionisme kan leiden tot handelsoorlogen.