Is Trump losing trade war? Canada joins Mexico in hitting US with Tariffs!

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced a 25% tariff on American goods, a direct response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose the same tariff on all Canadian imports. Trump’s order is set to take effect on Tuesday, escalating tensions between the two North American trade partners.

On Saturday, Trump signed an executive order imposing a 10% tariff on Chinese imports and a 25% tariff on goods from Canada and Mexico. However, Canadian energy exports—including oil, natural gas, and electricity—will only face a 10% duty.

The order also states that if Canada or Mexico retaliates, tariff rates may be increased further. This aggressive trade move could spark economic tensions with America’s two largest trading partners, potentially driving inflation and impacting global trade.

Trudeau’s strong response on Twitter

Following Trump’s announcement, Trudeau took to Twitter, stating that he would soon speak with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and had already consulted Canadian provincial leaders on the issue. He made it clear that Canada is prepared to take immediate and firm action.

“We will not allow American tariffs to be imposed on Canadian goods at any cost. If the U.S. moves forward with this, Canada will respond with full force,” Trudeau stated.

Opposition from Ontario and Nova Scotia premiers

Ontario Premier Doug Ford condemned the U.S. tariffs, saying, “Canada has no choice but to respond. We supply America with vital resources, including high-quality nickel, minerals, energy, uranium, potash, and aluminum.”

Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston went a step further, announcing that all American-made liquor would be removed from stores in his province.

Mexico joins Canada in retaliation

Mexico has also declared countermeasures against Trump’s tariffs. President Claudia Sheinbaum criticized the move, stating, “We are assessing the situation calmly and strategically. Problems cannot be solved through tariffs, but rather through negotiation and dialogue.”

As tensions rise, the economic impact of these tariffs remains to be seen, but one thing is certain—North America’s trade relations have entered a turbulent phase.