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The Canadian PM has confirmed the suspension of duties for at least 30 days following a similar agreement between Mexico and the US | The Canadian PM has confirmed the suspension of duties for at least 30 days following a similar agreement between Mexico and the US |
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced that the US will postpone the imposition of 25% tariffs on Canadian imports for at least 30 days, following discussions with US President Donald Trump. | Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced that the US will postpone the imposition of 25% tariffs on Canadian imports for at least 30 days, following discussions with US President Donald Trump. |
The agreement was reached after a phone call between the two leaders on Monday, during which Canada committed to strengthening border security. The announcement follows Trump’s decision on Saturday to sign executive orders imposing tariffs – 25% on imports from Mexico and Canada and 10% on imports from China – citing concerns over illegal immigration and drug trafficking. | The agreement was reached after a phone call between the two leaders on Monday, during which Canada committed to strengthening border security. The announcement follows Trump’s decision on Saturday to sign executive orders imposing tariffs – 25% on imports from Mexico and Canada and 10% on imports from China – citing concerns over illegal immigration and drug trafficking. |
“Proposed tariffs will be paused for at least 30 days while we work together,” Trudeau said in a post on X. “Canada is implementing our $1.3 billion border plan – reinforcing the border with new choppers, technology, and personnel, enhanced coordination with our American partners, and increased resources to stop the flow of fentanyl.” | |
As part of the deal, nearly 10,000 frontline personnel will be deployed to secure the border, according to the Canadian prime minister. Canada also announced new initiatives, including the appointment of a fentanyl czar, who will be responsible for coordinating efforts to combat the opioid crisis and prevent the trafficking of fentanyl. | |
“We will list cartels as terrorists, ensure 24/7 eyes on the border, and launch a Canada-U.S. Joint Strike Force to combat organized crime, fentanyl, and money laundering,” Trudeau stated. “I have also signed a new intelligence directive on organized crime and fentanyl, and we will be backing it with $200 million.” | |
Trump expressed his satisfaction with the initial outcome of the agreement with Canada in a recent post on Truth Social, saying, “I am very pleased with this initial outcome, and the Tariffs announced on Saturday will be paused for a 30 day period to see whether or not a final Economic deal with Canada can be structured. FAIRNESS FOR ALL!” | |
Earlier in the day, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reached a similar agreement with Trump, agreeing to deploy 10,000 National Guard troops to the US-Mexico border to address fentanyl trafficking and illegal immigration. In return, the US pledged to intensify efforts to stop the trafficking of weapons into Mexico. | |
Markets experienced increased volatility, with major stock indices and cryptocurrency valuations fluctuating in response to what was described as a “Trump tariff tantrum,” before recovering some of their losses after news broke of the deal with Mexico. | |
Trump has highlighted tariffs as a key negotiating tool in trade discussions, both during his first term and following his reelection in 2024. | |
Trump has not yet offered a 30-day delay for the new 10% tariffs on Chinese imports, but told reporters on Monday that he anticipated discussions with China “probably over the next 24 hours.” | |
On Sunday, Trump signaled that the EU could be the next target for US tariffs, without specifying a timeline. In response, EU leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, stressed their readiness to defend Europe’s interests and consider reciprocal measures if necessary. |