Trump suggests EU allowing Canada as associate member could be a ‘hostile act’
Trump said the move could trigger very heavy tariffs or a halt in trade, escalating tensions after months of U.S.-Canada tariff disputes.
- On Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, President Donald Trump threatened to impose heavy tariffs or halt trade with the European Union if it grants Canada associate membership, warning the move could be a "hostile act."
- European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed the status during her State of the Union address in Strasbourg, France, arguing new partnerships are needed in "an openly hostile world."
- During a campaign stop in Charlotte, North Carolina, Trump dismissed the prospect as "laughable" and labeled Canada a "terrible trade partner," though he conditioned his retaliation on European leaders' "intention."
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney previously walked away from a "bad deal," leaving reciprocal tariffs of 15% to 50% on roughly $20 billion in goods already in effect."
- The administration's stance remains fluid pending further diplomatic interpretation, leaving stakeholders to account for the potential of broad trade restrictions as the European Commission advances its integration proposal.
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Trump calls Canada's potential EU associate membership 'laughable,' warns Europe of 'very heavy tariffs'
Donald Trump calls Canada's potential EU associate membership "laughable," warning of heavy tariffs on Europe if the move is made with "bad intention" amid an escalating trade war.
US President Donald Trump threatened European countries with high tariffs and trade restrictions on Wednesday over a proposal to make Canada its first ever associate member of the EU. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen mentioned the possibility a day before Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney was due to address the European Parliament.
Trump warns hostile act could trigger very heavy tariffs on Europe as Canada seeks closer EU ties - The Tribune
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) warned that Europe could face "very heavy tariffs” if he considers its actions to be a “hostile act,” as Canada seeks to reduce its economic dependence on the United States and strengthen ties with the European Union amid escalating trade tensions.
Analysis: On Wednesday, the EU opened the door to making Canada the union's first "associate member." It's both by choice and by necessity. The latter is due to one man: Donald Trump, who responded with threats against Europe on Thursday night Danish time.
Trump threatens to cut off trade with the European Union in response to Ursula von der Leyen's plan for Canada. The post Trump threatens to cut off trade with the EU over her plan for Canada appeared first on in.gr.
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