Canada announces 'dollar-for-dollar' retaliatory tariffs on US as high as 50%
The latest escalation in an ongoing trade war between the US and Canada will see new levies on goods from steel to furniture, fresh tuna and makeup.
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"Those tariffs will have real consequences for Canadian workers, businesses and communities across our nation."
— François-Philippe Champagne , Politician
"I deal with many countries, and Canada is easily the most difficult and unreasonable."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"But I want to make a deal — a good deal for the American people, a good deal for Canadians."
— Doug Ford , Politician
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Doug Ford is the Premier of Ontario.
Canadian Finance Minister who expressed concerns over AI technology.
Mark Carney is the Prime Minister of Canada.
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The latest escalation in an ongoing trade war between the US and Canada will see new levies on goods from steel to furniture, fresh tuna and makeup.
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