Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:49pm on 21 Jul 2026,Tuesday International
US President Donald Trump has announced a 50% tariff on a wide range of Canadian imports, citing what he called unfair treatment of American cars, dairy products and alcohol. The new duties, which take effect in 30 days, cover goods including wine, hockey sticks and cement, while energy, potash, critical minerals and fish are exempt. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney criticised the move, saying it violates the USMCA trade agreement, and pledged to intensify trade negotiations with Washington. The latest decision escalates trade tensions between the two neighbours, with both countries already imposing tariffs on several products.
