Ottawa plans to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs through a World Trade Organisation claim and seek redress under a regional trade agreement, a Canadian official disclosed on Sunday. Canada…

Summary

Canada will file a WTO complaint and seek redress under the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (CUSMA) against Trump’s new tariffs, calling them a violation of trade commitments.

Trump imposed 25% tariffs on most Canadian imports, with a 10% levy on energy.

In response, Canada announced $30 billion in counter-tariffs on 1,256 U.S. goods, with a potential second round reaching $155 billion.

Officials hope the U.S. reconsiders, but further measures remain an option.

  • Kichae@lemmy.caEnglish
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    2 days ago

    Higher than usual, though, because Trump’s ego cannot stand being told “no” even when it’s a totally toothless rejection.