Trade war: Canada reacts after Trump slaps 35% tariffs; will US soften its stance?
The Times of IndiaFriday, July 11, 2025 at 4:37:51 AM
Things just got frostier between the US and Canada. After the Trump administration hit Canadian imports with a whopping 35% tariff—blaming Canada’s role in the fentanyl crisis—PM Mark Carney fired back, vowing to shield Canadian workers and pointing to the country’s anti-fentanyl efforts. Meanwhile, Canada’s cozying up to the UK for trade alternatives, while Trump’s warning against retaliation and dangling incentives for companies to move south. Will this trade spat cool down, or is it just heating up?
Editor’s Note: Trade fights aren’t just about economics—they’re political, personal, and can ripple through everyday prices and jobs. This latest US-Canada clash could mean higher costs for consumers, strained relations between longtime allies, and a scramble for new trade deals. For Canadians, it’s a test of how much they’ll bend or push back; for Americans, it’s another flashpoint in Trump’s "America First" playbook. Either way, buckle up—this could get messy.
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