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Trump claims Canada calls all the time over trade war between neighbouring nations
What happened
US President Donald Trump stated that Canada calls the US "all the time" regarding a trade war, while accusing the Canadians of being "entitled" and treating the US "unfairly". He implemented 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, including wine, furniture, and dairy products. The move was met with a reciprocal response from Prime Minister Mark Carney. Mr Trump believes a deal will be made because "Canada wants a deal".
Why it matters
The ongoing trade tensions between the US and Canada may impact the economies of both countries. The escalating situation has implications for trade agreements and global economic stability. The US and Canada are significant trading partners, with Canada shipping almost 68% of its total exports to the US.
Key facts
- Canada ships almost 68% of total exports to the US.
- 80% of these exports moved duty-free under the USMCA.
- The US imposed 50% tariffs on approximately $28 billion worth of Canadian goods.
- The tariffs cover 5% of Canadian exports to the US.
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