Biden tightens 'Buy American' rules with executive order

President slams Trump but maintains inward focus ahead of procurement drive

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U.S. President Joe Biden speaks about his administration's plans to strengthen American manufacturing at the White House.

ALEX FANG, Nikkei staff writer

NEW YORK -- U.S. President Joe Biden signed an executive order on Monday to tighten "Buy American" requirements in federal government procurement, a first step to fulfilling his campaign promise to bolster the country's manufacturing sector.

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