Trump's Tariff Hike on Canadian Imports: A Diplomatic Standoff
President Donald Trump raised tariffs on US imports from Canada to 35% citing Canada's failure to control criminal activities. This decision, announced late Thursday, excludes Canada from the updated list of tariffs for other countries, set to take effect on August 7.
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In a move stirring potential diplomatic tension, President Donald Trump has increased tariffs on US imports from Canada from 25% to 35%, set to take effect on Friday. The White House announcement on Thursday night criticized Canada for not adequately addressing criminal activities tied to drug trafficking.
Trump had previously issued a warning to Canada, and other nations, that if trade deals were not finalized by his set deadline, increased tariffs would be inevitable. The latest development underscores ongoing struggles in negotiations, as Trump seeks to renegotiate trade terms with numerous countries.
Interestingly, Canada finds itself absent from Trump's revised list detailing tariff rates for other nations, which are scheduled for implementation on August 7. This decision highlights the specific pressure being applied to Canada amid broader trade policy shifts.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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