Trump slaps 50% tariffs on Canada and Carney vows to 'intensify' trade talks | BBC News
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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.
Everyday consumer items like wine and hockey sticks and industrial goods such as cement are among the goods targeted. However, several key exports will be spared, such as energy, critical minerals and fish.
Prime Minister Mark Carney responded by saying Canada stood ready to "intensify" trade talks with US in the coming weeks.
The White House said the duties would take effect in 30 days and mark a major escalation in trade tensions between the North American neighbours.
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AI GeneratedCanada's Prime Minister has expressed readiness to intensify trade negotiations with the U.S. after President Trump imposed new 50% tariffs on various Canadian goods, including hockey sticks and cement. The U.S. claims these measures punish Canadian discrimination against U.S. industries, further escalating a trade conflict between the two close allies and trading partners.