US EditionTrump ends all U.S. trade talks with Canada over digital services tax
CANADA, JUN 27 – President Trump halted trade talks in response to Canada's 3% Digital Services Tax on U.S. tech firms, with tariffs on Canadian goods expected within seven days, risking a trade escalation.
- On June 27, President Donald Trump declared the immediate cessation of trade talks with Canada and announced plans to impose new tariffs within a week in response to Canada’s implementation of a digital services tax.
- Canada enacted a 3% digital tax last year targeting revenues of U.S. tech firms like Amazon and Meta, leading to U.S. objections and trade tensions.
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated negotiations continue and Ottawa may adjust counter tariffs if no trade deal is reached, while U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned of further restrictions.
- The digital tax's estimated impact includes a Can$5.9 billion revenue over five years, and U.S. business groups urged delaying payments due June 30 while talks proceed.
- The dispute signals escalating U.S.-Canada trade friction ahead of wider tariff deadlines, with outcomes dependent on July negotiations and possible tax renegotiations.
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