Canada condemns Trump's 50% tariffs, warns of escalating US trade conflict
US President Donald Trump has announced a 50% tariff on a broad range of Canadian imports, marking a major escalation in US-Canada trade tensions. The new duties target products including hockey sticks, wine and cement, while key sectors such as energy, potash, critical minerals and fish remain exempt.
The announcement centres on trade disputes involving automobiles, dairy and alcohol, with the White House citing unequal treatment of American products. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has condemned the move as a violation of the USMCA and pledged to intensify trade negotiations. Business leaders are urging both governments to reach an agreement and avoid further economic retaliation.
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