Tag: trade war

US Canada trade war escalates after talks collapse

International August 24, 2026 at 11:21

US President Donald Trump has said Canada wants "the benefits of being a state, without being one" after trade talks between the two countries...

Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canada as Carney vows trade talks

International July 21, 2026 at 14:53

New tariffs target a wide range of Canadian goods US President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of goods imported...

US announces tariffs on dozens of countries over forced labour

International June 4, 2026 at 12:06

New tariffs proposed on major trading partners The US has announced new tariffs of 10-12.5% on dozens of countries accounting for almost all its imports...

Trump makes trade threat to Spain, sparking diplomatic clash

International March 4, 2026 at 16:01

Washington anger over military base refusal A diplomatic dispute has intensified after US President Donald Trump made a threat to halt trade with Spain following...