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Canada and Mexico plan retaliatory tariffs after President Trump imposed 25% tariffs on their imports. Watch to know more.

Trump escalates tariff war: Canada, Mexico, China hit back at US

After imposing sweeping tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico, Donald Trump is all set to write another chapter of his tariff story, this time with the European Union as the target. The US President has once again threatened to extend trade tariffs, reiterating that the European Union, and possibly the UK, will be subjected to new tariffs.
<h2>Trump confirms tariffs on the EU</h2>
Speaking on Sunday night, Trump insisted that tariffs on the EU would "definitely happen," repeating his concern over the significant US trade deficit with the bloc and his push for Europe to increase imports of American cars and agricultural products. "It will definitely happen with the European Union, I can tell you that. I wouldn&rsquo;t say there&rsquo;s a timeline but it&rsquo;s going to be pretty soon," he told reporters.
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Trump appeared more lenient towards the UK, citing a positive relationship with Prime Minister Keir Starmer, though he did not rule out potential tariffs.
"The UK is out of line but I&rsquo;m sure that one, I think that one can be worked out. Well, Prime Minister Starmer&rsquo;s been very nice, we&rsquo;ve had a couple of meetings, we&rsquo;ve had numerous phone calls, we&rsquo;re getting along very well. We&rsquo;ll see whether or not we can balance out our budget," he said. 
<h2>EU vows strong response</h2>
Ahead of Trump&rsquo;s latest comments, a spokesperson for the European Commission stated on Sunday that the EU would "respond firmly to any trading partner that unfairly or arbitrarily imposes tariffs on EU goods."
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The commission also reacted to Trump&rsquo;s decision to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, stating: "Tariffs create unnecessary economic disruption and drive inflation. They are hurtful to all sides."
<h2>How China, Canada and Mexico responded to tariffs</h2>
The announcement comes as Trump&rsquo;s tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, revealed on Saturday, prompted swift retaliation from all three nations. Both Mexico and Canada have pledged retaliation, while China and Canada are also pursuing legal action.
Trump acknowledged that his sweeping tariffs on these countries might cause "short-term" economic difficulties for Americans, as global markets reacted with concern over potential economic slowdown and rising inflation.
"We may have short-term some little pain, and people understand that. But long term, the United States has been ripped off by virtually every country in the world," he said.
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<h2>Canada&rsquo;s retaliatory measures</h2>
In response to Trump's tariffs, Canada&rsquo;s finance department released a list of US imports that will be subjected to a 25% retaliatory tariff from Tuesday. The initial round targets goods worth CAD 30 billion (approximately USD 20 billion), including tobacco, produce, household appliances, firearms, and military equipment.
Canada is also preparing a broader set of tariffs in 21 days, which will impact passenger vehicles, trucks, steel and aluminum products, various fruits and vegetables, beef, pork, and dairy products.
<h2>Mexico&rsquo;s response</h2>
Mexico&rsquo;s president, Claudia Sheinbaum, confirmed that her government would provide further details on its own retaliatory measures on Monday. In a statement on Sunday, Sheinbaum emphasised her preference for negotiation over confrontation.
"Problems are not addressed by imposing tariffs, but with talks and dialogue," she said. "Sovereignty is not negotiable: coordination yes, subordination no."
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Sheinbaum and Canada&rsquo;s Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, discussed the issue by phone on Saturday following the US decision to impose tariffs&mdash;25% on goods from Canada and Mexico, with a reduced rate of 10% for Canadian oil, and 10% on imports from China.
<h2>Canada and Mexico strengthen ties</h2>
Trudeau&rsquo;s office later confirmed that Canada and Mexico had agreed "to enhance the strong bilateral relations" between their nations.
"Now is the time to choose products made right here in Canada," Trudeau wrote on X on Sunday. "Check the labels. Let&rsquo;s do our part. Wherever we can, choose Canada."
Despite Trump&rsquo;s warning of potential escalations if retaliatory tariffs were introduced, both Canada and Mexico proceeded with their retaliatory tariffs.
China also announced it would challenge the tariffs through legal means. The US-imposed tariffs "seriously violate" World Trade Organisation rules, according to China&rsquo;s commerce ministry, which urged the US to "engage in frank dialogue and strengthen cooperation."
<h2>Public backlash grows</h2>
Beyond official government responses, people have already begun discussing how to adapt to Trump&rsquo;s decision, with social media users sharing suggestions for alternatives to US products.
Public sentiment was evident in Canada over the weekend, as hockey fans booed the US national anthem on Saturday during two National Hockey League games. The protests continued on Sunday at an NBA game in Toronto, where the Raptors faced the Los Angeles Clippers.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Both Mexico and Canada have pledged retaliation against Donald Trump's tariffs, while China and Canada are also pursuing legal action.

After imposing sweeping tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico, Donald Trump is all set to write another chapter of his tariff story, this time with the European Union as the target. The US President has once again threatened to extend trade tariffs, reiterating that the European Union, and possibly the UK, will be subjected to new tariffs. Trump confirms tariffs on the EU Speaking on Sunday night, Trump insisted that tariffs on the EU would "definitely happen," repeating his concern over the significant US trade deficit with the bloc and his push for Europe to increase imports of American cars and agricultural products. "It will definitely happen with the European Union, I can tell you that. I wouldn’t say there’s a timeline but it’s going to be pretty soon," he told reporters. Also read: President Donald Trump agrees USAID needs to be ‘shut down’: Elon Musk Trump appeared more lenient towards the UK, citing a positive relationship with Prime Minister Keir Starmer, though he did not rule out potential tariffs. "The UK is out of line but I’m sure that one, I think that one can be worked out. Well, Prime Minister Starmer’s been very nice, we’ve had a couple of meetings, we’ve had numerous phone calls, we’re getting along very well. We’ll see whether or not we can balance out our budget," he said. EU vows strong response Ahead of Trump’s latest comments, a spokesperson for the European Commission stated on Sunday that the EU would "respond firmly to any trading partner that unfairly or arbitrarily imposes tariffs on EU goods." Also read: Jaishankar rebukes Rahul Gandhi over Trump inauguration invite allegation; 'common knowledge PM doesn't attend such events' The commission also reacted to Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, stating: "Tariffs create unnecessary economic disruption and drive inflation. They are hurtful to all sides." How China, Canada and Mexico responded to tariffs The announcement comes as Trump’s tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, revealed on Saturday, prompted swift retaliation from all three nations. Both Mexico and Canada have pledged retaliation, while China and Canada are also pursuing legal action. Trump acknowledged that his sweeping tariffs on these countries might cause "short-term" economic difficulties for Americans, as global markets reacted with concern over potential economic slowdown and rising inflation. "We may have short-term some little pain, and people understand that. But long term, the United States has been ripped off by virtually every country in the world," he said. Also read: Trump to cut South Africa funds over treating 'certain classes of people very badly' Canada’s retaliatory measures In response to Trump's tariffs, Canada’s finance department released a list of US imports that will be subjected to a 25% retaliatory tariff from Tuesday. The initial round targets goods worth CAD 30 billion (approximately USD 20 billion), including tobacco, produce, household appliances, firearms, and military equipment. Canada is also preparing a broader set of tariffs in 21 days, which will impact passenger vehicles, trucks, steel and aluminum products, various fruits and vegetables, beef, pork, and dairy products. Mexico’s response Mexico’s president, Claudia Sheinbaum, confirmed that her government would provide further details on its own retaliatory measures on Monday. In a statement on Sunday, Sheinbaum emphasised her preference for negotiation over confrontation. "Problems are not addressed by imposing tariffs, but with talks and dialogue," she said. "Sovereignty is not negotiable: coordination yes, subordination no." Also read: Trump tariffs hit crypto rally: digital tokens tank up to 28% Sheinbaum and Canada’s Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, discussed the issue by phone on Saturday following the US decision to impose tariffs—25% on goods from Canada and Mexico, with a reduced rate of 10% for Canadian oil, and 10% on imports from China. Canada and Mexico strengthen ties Trudeau’s office later confirmed that Canada and Mexico had agreed "to enhance the strong bilateral relations" between their nations. "Now is the time to choose products made right here in Canada," Trudeau wrote on X on Sunday. "Check the labels. Let’s do our part. Wherever we can, choose Canada." Despite Trump’s warning of potential escalations if retaliatory tariffs were introduced, both Canada and Mexico proceeded with their retaliatory tariffs. China also announced it would challenge the tariffs through legal means. The US-imposed tariffs "seriously violate" World Trade Organisation rules, according to China’s commerce ministry, which urged the US to "engage in frank dialogue and strengthen cooperation." Public backlash grows Beyond official government responses, people have already begun discussing how to adapt to Trump’s decision, with social media users sharing suggestions for alternatives to US products. Public sentiment was evident in Canada over the weekend, as hockey fans booed the US national anthem on Saturday during two National Hockey League games. The protests continued on Sunday at an NBA game in Toronto, where the Raptors faced the Los Angeles Clippers. (With inputs from agencies)

Inside how Canada, Mexico, and China are firing back at Trump’s tariffs as he sets his sights on the EU

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President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs, imposing a 25% duty on imports from Canada and Mexico, and an additional 10% tariff on Chinese goods. The justification? An emergency declaration under the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act, or IEEPA, citing the threats of fentanyl trafficking and illegal immigration.

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Canada, Mexico respond with retaliatory tariffs on US Goods

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum slammed the United States for accusing her government of having ties with drug cartels, calling it "slander".&nbsp;
Vehemently denying the allegations made by US President Donald Trump's administration, Sheinbaum vowed to take action against the sweeping tariffs imposed by the US.
Tensions between the US, Canada, and Mexico have reached a boiling point after the White House announced that Trump would impose 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods citing illegal immigration and drug smuggling.
Sheinbaum said she had told her economy minister, Marcelo Ebrard, "to implement Plan B that we have been working on, which includes tariff and non-tariff measures in defence of Mexico's interests."
Ebrard said that Trump's tariffs were a "flagrant violation" of the United States' free trade agreement with Mexico and Canada.
"We categorically reject the slander made by the White House against the Mexican government about alliances with criminal organizations," Sheinbaum wrote on social media platform X.
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Rechazamos categ&oacute;ricamente la calumnia que hace la Casa Blanca al Gobierno de M&eacute;xico de tener alianzas con organizaciones criminales, as&iacute; como cualquier intenci&oacute;n injerencista en nuestro territorio. Si en alg&uacute;n lugar existe tal alianza es en las armer&iacute;as de los Estados Unidos&hellip;
&mdash; Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo (@Claudiashein) <a href="https://twitter.com/Claudiashein/status/1885857655094415528?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
"If there is such an alliance anywhere, it is in the US gun shops that sell high-powered weapons to these criminal groups," she added.
"If the United States government and its agencies wanted to address the serious consumption of fentanyl in their country, they can combat the sale of narcotics on the streets of their main cities, which they don't do, and the money laundering generated by this illegal activity that has done so much harm to their population," Sheinbaum said.
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<h2>Canada to hit US with 25% retaliatory tariffs</h2>
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, on Saturday (Feb 1), said that his country will hit back at the tariffs imposed by the United States with 25 per cent levies of its own on select American goods.
"Canada will be responding to the US trade action with 25 per cent tariffs against Can$155 billion ($106 billion) worth of American goods," Trudeau said as he warned of a fracture in longstanding Canada-US ties.
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LIVE: Canada&rsquo;s response to U.S. tariffs | EN DIRECT : R&eacute;plique aux tarifs douaniers am&eacute;ricains <a href="https://t.co/1R7HT03O9G">https://t.co/1R7HT03O9G</a>
&mdash; Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) <a href="https://twitter.com/JustinTrudeau/status/1885873761343480109?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
Ottawa will impose tariffs on US goods in two phases. The initial round, which will start on Tuesday (Feb 4), will target (Canadian) $30 billion worth of American products, followed by additional tariffs on Can$125 billion worth of goods three weeks later.
The Canadian prime minister further said that he doesn't want this escalation but will stand up for his country.
"We're certainly not looking to escalate. But we will stand up for Canada, for Canadians, for Canadian jobs," Trudeau said.
(With inputs from agencies)

World news: "We categorically reject the slander made by the White House against the Mexican government about alliances with criminal organizations," Sheinbaum wrote on social media platform X.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum slammed the United States for accusing her government of having ties with drug cartels, calling it "slander". Vehemently denying the allegations made by US President Donald Trump's administration, Sheinbaum vowed to take action against the sweeping tariffs imposed by the US. Tensions between the US, Canada, and Mexico have reached a boiling point after the White House announced that Trump would impose 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods citing illegal immigration and drug smuggling. Sheinbaum said she had told her economy minister, Marcelo Ebrard, "to implement Plan B that we have been working on, which includes tariff and non-tariff measures in defence of Mexico's interests." Ebrard said that Trump's tariffs were a "flagrant violation" of the United States' free trade agreement with Mexico and Canada. "We categorically reject the slander made by the White House against the Mexican government about alliances with criminal organizations," Sheinbaum wrote on social media platform X. Rechazamos categóricamente la calumnia que hace la Casa Blanca al Gobierno de México de tener alianzas con organizaciones criminales, así como cualquier intención injerencista en nuestro territorio. Si en algún lugar existe tal alianza es en las armerías de los Estados Unidos… — Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo (@Claudiashein) February 2, 2025 "If there is such an alliance anywhere, it is in the US gun shops that sell high-powered weapons to these criminal groups," she added. "If the United States government and its agencies wanted to address the serious consumption of fentanyl in their country, they can combat the sale of narcotics on the streets of their main cities, which they don't do, and the money laundering generated by this illegal activity that has done so much harm to their population," Sheinbaum said. Also read: China 'firmly opposes' tariffs imposed by US, vows 'countermeasures' Canada to hit US with 25% retaliatory tariffs Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, on Saturday (Feb 1), said that his country will hit back at the tariffs imposed by the United States with 25 per cent levies of its own on select American goods. "Canada will be responding to the US trade action with 25 per cent tariffs against Can$155 billion ($106 billion) worth of American goods," Trudeau said as he warned of a fracture in longstanding Canada-US ties. LIVE: Canada’s response to U.S. tariffs | EN DIRECT : Réplique aux tarifs douaniers américains https://t.co/1R7HT03O9G — Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) February 2, 2025 Ottawa will impose tariffs on US goods in two phases. The initial round, which will start on Tuesday (Feb 4), will target (Canadian) $30 billion worth of American products, followed by additional tariffs on Can$125 billion worth of goods three weeks later. The Canadian prime minister further said that he doesn't want this escalation but will stand up for his country. "We're certainly not looking to escalate. But we will stand up for Canada, for Canadians, for Canadian jobs," Trudeau said. (With inputs from agencies)

Mexico fires back at US over cartel alliance accusation

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has said that her government will send a letter to Google after the internet giant announced it would change the name of the Gulf of Mexico for users of Google Maps in the US. Watch in for more details!

Mexico to send Google letter over Gulf of Mexico name change

Mexico Rebukes Decision To Rename Gulf Of Mexico On Google Maps

Mexico will write to Google objecting to its decision to rename the Gulf of Mexico the "Gulf of America" on its maps following Donald Trump's order, President Claudia Sheinbaum said Wednesday.
Google said the change aligned with its policy of following official US government geographic designations through the Geographic Names Information System.
"We are drafting a letter to Google," Sheinbaum said at her daily news conference, adding that the message would emphasise that only an international organisation could change the name, not a single country.
Trump signed executive orders renaming the Gulf of Mexico and reverting the name of North America's highest peak, Denali, back to Mount McKinley soon after his January 20 inauguration.
Sheinbaum cheekily suggested earlier this month calling the United States "Mexican America," pointing to a map from before one-third of her country was seized by the United States in 1848.
Google said that users outside the United States would continue to see both the original and new names of the Gulf of Mexico and Denali, as is always the case for disputed locations.
Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

World | Google said the change aligned with its policy of following official US government geographic designations through the Geographic Names Information System.

Mexico will write to Google objecting to its decision to rename the Gulf of Mexico the "Gulf of America" on its maps following Donald Trump's order, President Claudia Sheinbaum said Wednesday. Google said the change aligned with its policy of following official US government geographic designations through the Geographic Names Information System. "We are drafting a letter to Google," Sheinbaum said at her daily news conference, adding that the message would emphasise that only an international organisation could change the name, not a single country. Trump signed executive orders renaming the Gulf of Mexico and reverting the name of North America's highest peak, Denali, back to Mount McKinley soon after his January 20 inauguration. Sheinbaum cheekily suggested earlier this month calling the United States "Mexican America," pointing to a map from before one-third of her country was seized by the United States in 1848. Google said that users outside the United States would continue to see both the original and new names of the Gulf of Mexico and Denali, as is always the case for disputed locations. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Mexico to write to Google for changing Gulf of Mexico to 'Gulf of America' on its maps

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After reports of Mexico's refusal to give landing access to a US military plane carrying illegal migrants, the country's foreign ministry said it is 'ready to work with' Washington as the administration of President Donald Trump deports Mexican citizens.
"We will always accept the arrival of Mexicans to our territory with open arms," the ministry said in a statement on Friday (Jan 24), a day after the White House said in an X post that Mexico had accepted four deportation flights in one day, which is a record.
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<h2 dir="ltr">US-Mexico tensions on the rise after Trump&rsquo;s victory</h2>
But there were reports that Mexico blocked landing access to at least one US military plane carrying deported migrants. The reason was not immediately clear. Later, a&nbsp; White House official said &ldquo;the flights thing was an administrative issue and was quickly rectified.&rdquo;
Tensions between the two neighbours and longtime allies have increased since Donald Trump won the recent election and took charge as US president.
The Republican leader had threatened to slap 25 per cent tariffs on Mexico in retaliation for migrants crossing the border. But he has not yet put that into effect.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Mexican President opposes Trump&rsquo;s actions</h2>
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum's government has opposed&nbsp; Trump's plans to unilaterally impose the strict immigration stance, including the reinstatement of the "remain in Mexico" policy. 
This policy forces migrants to stay in Mexico while awaiting results of their asylum claims.&nbsp;
Flying deportees into a foreign country requires the cooperation of that nation's government.
Meanwhile, Guatemala on Friday received three flights from the US. The planes carried Guatemalan nationals&nbsp; sent back to their home country. 
A spokesperson for the Guatemalan Migration Institute told NBC News that two of Friday's flights were&nbsp; military aircraft and the third was non-military, carrying a total of 265 Guatemalans.
The military deportation flights are part of a broader Trump administration crackdown on illegal immigration that has been set in motion with executive orders signed in his first week in office. Additionally, the US President has enlisted the military to beef up its presence on the border with an additional 1,500 troops.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Mexico is open to collaboration with the US despite denying a US military plane landing, as it navigates Trump's deportation policies affecting Mexican citizens.

After reports of Mexico's refusal to give landing access to a US military plane carrying illegal migrants, the country's foreign ministry said it is 'ready to work with' Washington as the administration of President Donald Trump deports Mexican citizens. "We will always accept the arrival of Mexicans to our territory with open arms," the ministry said in a statement on Friday (Jan 24), a day after the White House said in an X post that Mexico had accepted four deportation flights in one day, which is a record. Also read | US Supreme Court clears Mumbai terror attack convict Tahawwur Rana's extradition to India US-Mexico tensions on the rise after Trump’s victory But there were reports that Mexico blocked landing access to at least one US military plane carrying deported migrants. The reason was not immediately clear. Later, a White House official said “the flights thing was an administrative issue and was quickly rectified.” Tensions between the two neighbours and longtime allies have increased since Donald Trump won the recent election and took charge as US president. The Republican leader had threatened to slap 25 per cent tariffs on Mexico in retaliation for migrants crossing the border. But he has not yet put that into effect. Also read | Trump administration directs agencies to start firing DEI staffs Mexican President opposes Trump’s actions Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum's government has opposed Trump's plans to unilaterally impose the strict immigration stance, including the reinstatement of the "remain in Mexico" policy. This policy forces migrants to stay in Mexico while awaiting results of their asylum claims. Flying deportees into a foreign country requires the cooperation of that nation's government. Meanwhile, Guatemala on Friday received three flights from the US. The planes carried Guatemalan nationals sent back to their home country. A spokesperson for the Guatemalan Migration Institute told NBC News that two of Friday's flights were military aircraft and the third was non-military, carrying a total of 265 Guatemalans. The military deportation flights are part of a broader Trump administration crackdown on illegal immigration that has been set in motion with executive orders signed in his first week in office. Additionally, the US President has enlisted the military to beef up its presence on the border with an additional 1,500 troops. (With inputs from agencies)

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