"Discriminatory Treatment": US Imposes New 50% Tariffs On Certain Canadian Goods
US President Donald Trump signed orders Monday to impose new 50-percent tariffs on some Canadian goods.

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US President Donald Trump signed orders Monday to impose new 50-percent tariffs on some Canadian goods.
Carney reacted to Trump's plan for 50-percent duties on many Canadian products
The US threat of 50% tariffs on Canadian goods will have a ripple effect on the country's economy
Carney said the tariff threat could be a negotiation tactic by the US.
The bridge is named for Howe, a famous Canadian who played hockey.
The race against time for a tariff agreement unfolds between the United States and Canada, as President Trump has set a firm deadline, warning of hefty tariffs on Canadian imports. With negotiations proving to be both intense and fragile, both nations are eager to find common ground before the clock runs out, especially given the economic implications of renewed tariffs amidst ongoing trade disputes and rising tensions.
The United States and Canada have agreed to delay significant tariffs on imports. This pause allows both nations more time to negotiate a comprehensive trade agreement. President Donald Trump announced the tariff delay on social media after last-minute talks. The tariffs would have impacted approximately five percent of Canadian exports to the US. This development occurs amid already strained relations between the two countries.
In a significant turn of events, Canada has halted trade negotiations with the United States due to unresolved disagreements. Three critical demands from the US regarding Canada's auto industry and trade agreements proved too contentious. Additionally, restrictions concerning language and culture were deemed unacceptable. As a result, both nations are now enacting retaliatory tariffs on each other's products.
Carney said Canada will impose tariffs on some US goods in retaliation for 50% levies ordered by Trump
Washington: The Trump administration on Sunday warned that Canada would be "foolish" to think it could win a trade war with the United States, predicting a "devastating" impact on its northern neighbor.Negotiations between Washington and Ottawa broke down late Friday, putting into force new 50-percent US tariffs impacting about $20 billion worth of Canadian goods, or 5.5 percent of Canadian exports to the United States.Canada in retaliation said it would match US tariffs, with new levies notably targeting the US steel and dairy industries to take effect on September 8.US Transportation Secreta
Ottawa said it would introduce “dollar-for-dollar” retaliatory tariffs from September 8. The move brought an end to talks that had started on February 1, 2025, after the first round of new US tariffs was imposed.
Canada hit back on Tuesday with retaliatory tariffs on about $20 billion worth of US annual imports
Chouhan stressed that there was no final trade agreement with the US at present. (File)