By Hammad Kahlun
International Correspondent
SNN News Finland
While many assume that a US government shutdown only impacts American citizens and residents, its effects can ripple far beyond the country’s borders.
During a shutdown, several federal departments either suspend or reduce services, which can cause delays in visa processing, international trade, and tourism. This directly affects foreign students, business travelers, and tourists planning to visit the United States.
Global markets also tend to feel short-term pressure, as investor confidence wavers amid uncertainty in the world’s largest economy. However, history shows that shutdowns are usually temporary, and both financial markets and international relations recover quickly once government funding resumes.
For many countries that rely on strong economic ties with the US, the key concern remains the duration of the shutdown and how quickly services are restored.
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