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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Graeme Massie

Donald Trump bans Canadian goods as he ramps up trade war with Mark Carney

  • US President Donald Trump has escalated a trade war with Canada by banning Canadian dairy, most alcoholic beverages and motorcycles, effective in three weeks.
  • The move follows retaliatory tariffs imposed by Canada on 20 billion dollars of US imports after Washington placed 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods in August.
  • President Trump has also instructed officials to exclude Canadian products from major US government contracts until full trade reciprocity is allowed.
  • Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney vowed to reduce his country's reliance on the US, stating that Canada will not be held hostage.
  • Canada is now exploring deeper ties with the European Union, with Prime Minister Carney set to address the European Parliament next week.

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