Trump defends 50% tariffs on Canada, saying ‘they need us to survive’
by Shrai Popat in Washington from US news | The Guardian on (#774Y0)
Mark Carney says Canada is united' in face of threats as leaders agree to talk before tariffs take effect next month
Donald Trump has defended his new 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, claiming the country cannot survive without the US.
The White House announced the sweeping round of import duties - due to come into effect next month - on Monday, igniting fresh tensions between Washington and Ottawa.
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