We are pleased to share that Alan Beard, Managing Director of Interlink Capital Strategies, was recently featured in The Baltimore Sun with a guest commentary on the role of tariffs and the importance of strategic commitment in shaping U.S. trade policy.

In the article, Beard draws from decades of experience in export financing and cross-border advisory work to explain why a reliance on tariffs alone is insufficient for addressing today’s complex trade challenges. He argues that while short-term measures may offer temporary relief, only structural reforms and enforceable market access will produce lasting economic results.

“We stand at a critical juncture where genuine reciprocity and accountability must become central tenets of U.S. trade policy,” Beard writes. “America must demand substantial and enforceable market access from our allies—not mere window dressing—and remain relentless in holding geopolitical rivals such as China accountable in this fiercely competitive global environment.”

His commentary highlights trade imbalances, the erosion of American manufacturing, and the cyclical nature of policy responses that fail to deliver meaningful, long-term outcomes.

Read the full article here:

Tariff policy won’t succeed without a genuine commitment | GUEST COMMENTARY

At Interlink Capital Strategies, we remain committed to supporting the long-term success of U.S. exporters, international buyers of American goods and services, and companies navigating emerging and frontier markets. We’re proud to contribute to these vital conversations shaping the future of global trade.