Trump: 50% tariffs response to Canada’s treatment of US farmers

This new round of duties on Canadian goods is fuelling speculation about a potential announcement of new US tariffs on countries across the world.

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US President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of goods imported from Canada, in retaliation for what he called “unequal treatment” of US cars, dairy and alcohol. On Tuesday, he said the tariffs are a response to how Canada has treated US farmers. The White House said the duties would take effect in 30 days. It marks a major escalation in trade tensions between the North American neighbours.

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