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. The tariffs are a direct response to President Donald Trump's executive order, which introduced similar tariffs on Canadian and Mexican products.
Under Trudeau's plan, C$30 billion in tariffs will take effect immediately on Tuesday, with the remaining C$125 billion set to be implemented within the following 21 days. The initial U.S. tariffs imposed by Trump also include a 25% duty on most goods from Canada and Mexico, excluding Canadian energy products, which will face a reduced 10% tariff.
Trudeau cautioned that the upcoming weeks would present significant challenges for Canadians, highlighting that Trump's tariffs would also adversely affect American consumers. Addressing the American public, Trudeau 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 American products, including beer, wine, bourbon, fruits and fruit juices like Florida's orange juice, as well as clothing, sports equipment, and household appliances.
In addition to the tariffs, Canada is exploring non-tariff measures related to critical minerals, energy procurement, and other strategic partnerships, Trudeau revealed. He also urged Canadians to support domestic products and consider staying home for vacations instead of traveling to the United States. \"We didn't ask for this but we will not back down,\" Trudeau affirmed.
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