Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Saturday that Canada will impose 25% tariffs on C$155 billion ($106.5 billion) worth of U.S. goods in direct response to recent U.S. tariffs. The retaliatory measures will see C$30 billion taking effect from Tuesday, with an additional C$125 billion following in 21 days, Trudeau revealed during a news conference.
The move comes after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing 25% tariffs on all goods from Canada and Mexico starting Tuesday, excluding Canadian energy products, which will face a 10% duty.
Trudeau warned that the upcoming weeks would be challenging for Canadians, emphasizing that the U.S. tariffs would have adverse effects on American consumers as well. Addressing Americans directly, he stated, \"They will raise costs for you, including food at the grocery store, gas at the pump. They will impede your access to an affordable supply of vital goods.\"
The Canadian tariffs will target a range of U.S. goods, including beer, wine, bourbon, fruits, and fruit juices—such as orange juice from Florida, President Trump's home state. Additional items like clothing, sports equipment, and household appliances are also on the list.
Moreover, Canada is considering non-tariff measures, potentially involving critical minerals, energy procurement, and other partnerships, as part of its response strategy.
Trudeau encouraged Canadians to support domestic products and consider vacationing within Canada rather than traveling to the U.S. He firmly stated, \"We didn't ask for this but we will not back down.\"
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