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Trump's Tariff Push Escalates Global Trade Tensions

The U.S. president imposes sweeping tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China while threatening the EU, prompting international backlash and economic uncertainty.

  • Donald Trump has imposed tariffs of 25% on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10% on Chinese goods, citing national security and efforts to combat drug trafficking and illegal migration.
  • The tariffs on Canada and Mexico have been temporarily suspended for one month following concessions, including increased border security measures by both nations.
  • The European Union is preparing countermeasures as Trump signals potential tariffs on EU imports, with leaders warning of a possible trade war.
  • Experts predict significant economic fallout in the U.S., including higher consumer prices, increased inflation, and disruptions in industries like automotive and agriculture.
  • Canada, China, and Mexico have condemned the tariffs, with Canada already enacting retaliatory measures and China planning to challenge the decision at the World Trade Organization.
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