Trump increases tariff on Canada to 35%, White House says
UNITED STATES, AUG 1 – The tariff hike targets non-USMCA compliant Canadian goods amid accusations of fentanyl smuggling and retaliatory tariffs, affecting key sectors like steel and autos, the White House said.
- Late Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order raising tariffs on Canada from 25% to 35%, effective August 1, 2025.
- The White House cited Canada’s 'continued inaction' on fentanyl smuggling and retaliation as reasons for the tariff increase this year.
- The White House published orders imposing new taxes from 10% to 50%, with Syria facing 41 and Serbia 35 percent tariffs.
- Canadian voices cite, `This is the fight of our lives,` said Payne, and Paterson added, `The sun will shine in the morning and we will carry on.`
- Looking beyond bilateral ties, Trump issued ultimatums to 17 trading partners by Aug. 1, testing the global economy and American alliances.
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