Canada-US trade dispute

Canada Challenges Trump Tariffs at WTO, Seeking USMCA Redress

In response to President Trump’s newly imposed tariffs on Canadian imports, the Canadian government will initiate a challenge through both the World Trade Organization and the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (CUSMA). These tariffs, impacting all Canadian goods except energy (subject to a 10% levy), are deemed violations of existing trade commitments. Legal action under these agreements will be pursued to address the situation. A review of CUSMA, considered a high-standard agreement, is anticipated next year.

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Canadian Consumers Boycott US Goods Over Tariff Threats

Canadian consumers are threatening to boycott American-made food products in response to the recent threat of increased tariffs. This potential boycott reflects growing anger and frustration over the ongoing trade dispute between Canada and the United States. The impact of such a boycott on American food exporters could be significant. Consumer action is viewed as a powerful tool to pressure the US government to reconsider its trade policy.

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