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Tariffs spat: Carney bets Canada can defy Trump
DW.com • • nation
Key Points:
- Canada has resisted US pressure in the ongoing tariff dispute, rejecting last-minute US demands that would have forced Canada to match US tariffs on China, framing the issue as one of national sovereignty.
- The US imposed 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods, prompting Canada to retaliate with matching tariffs on US imports, affecting sectors like steel, aluminum, dairy, and electronics.
- Despite economic risks, three-quarters of Canadians support Prime Minister Trudeau's hardline stance, with a notable consumer backlash against US products and reduced travel to the US.
- The trade dispute has broader implications, with other countries observing Canada's resistance to US tariff demands, contrasting with nations that accepted tariff reductions for market access.
- Additional US threats include raising duties on Canadian autos and limiting the USMCA agreement's duration, prompting Canada to explore alternative trade markets and reconsider military purchases from the US.
