protectionist

• Substantiv, das eine Person bezeichnet, die den Protektionismus befürwortet oder unterstützt – eine Wirtschaftspolitik, die den Import einschränkt, um die heimische Industrie zu schützen.

A noun referring to a person who advocates or supports protectionism, the economic policy of restricting imports to protect domestic industries.

1. Advocate of protectionismC1formal

   A person who supports or advocates for protectionism, which is the economic policy of restricting imports from other countries through tariffs, quotas, and other regulations to protect domestic industries.

   Unterstützer des Protektionismus

   • The politician is a known protectionist who argues for higher tariffs on foreign goods.
   • Protectionists believe that shielding local businesses from international competition is essential for economic growth.
   • Many protectionists oppose free trade agreements, claiming they harm domestic employment.