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Canada vows ‘dollar for dollar’ response as US puts 50% tariffs on some goods

Collapse of trade talks could lead to job losses, but biggest impact on traditional allies is expected to be political

The Guardian - AU · Aug 22

Carney comes out swinging against US demands after trade talks collapse

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The Independent UK · Aug 22

US, Canada Tariff Row Escalates. The Political Fallout May Be Bigger Than Economic Impact.

The retaliatory move announced by Canada is seen as escalating the trade war between the two countries. It has also cast doubts on the future of a North American trade pact between the US, Canada, and Mexico, seen as a vital for the industry in all three countries.

International Business Times · Aug 22

Canadian premier brands Trump ‘weak’ and predicts he’ll get ‘slaughtered’ in midterms

The premier of a Canadian province launched a blistering attack on President Donald Trump on Thursday

The Independent UK · Aug 21

US, Canada 'very close' to trade deal, Ottawa says, as details emerge

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - The United States and Canada are "very close" to a final trade deal, the top Canadian negotiator said Thursday after talks with President Donald Trump's team.

Bangkok Post · Aug 21

Canada premier calls Trump ‘bad person’, urges Ottawa not to cave in trade talks

Canadian provincial leaders express strong criticism of President Donald Trump. They urge Canada to resist making further concessions in ongoing trade talks. Restoring American alcohol sales remains a key point of contention for provinces. Federal officials report significant progress toward finalizing a trade agreement. Tariffs on Canadian imports have been…

The Economic Times · Aug 21

Mexico Faces Pressure to Match Canada's Tariff Relief in Talks With Trump Administration

The emerging U.S.-Canada deal would reduce tariffs on certain Canadian steel and aluminum products to 25% and lower tariffs on Canadian automobiles to 15%

Latin Times · Aug 20

Quebec’s premier says Canada-US trade talks are ‘far from over’

Quebec’s premier says Canada-U.S. trade negotiations are “far from over” and demanded more information from Prime Minister Mark Carney before deciding whether the emerging agreement adequately protects Quebec’s dairy and forestry sectors

The Independent UK · Aug 20

US could cut key tariffs as part of proposed Canada deal, source says

The United States and Canada are nearing a trade agreement. Proposed terms include reducing auto tariffs to fifteen percent from twenty-five. Steel and aluminum tariffs will also be halved to twenty-five percent. Negotiators face a Saturday deadline for the potential deal. Both nations are working towards finalizing the trade pact.

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Trump Backs Off 50% Canada Tariffs for Three Days. A Bigger Trade Deal Could Be Coming.

The planned 50% tariffs were to target Canadian products including wine, hockey sticks and other imports.

International Business Times · Aug 19