Trump Slams Canadian Dollar Imbalance Amid Trade Tensions
US President Donald Trump has criticized Canada's dollar imbalance, calling it 'unacceptable' as tensions between the two countries escalate over trade. This comes just days before Canada is set to impose its own retaliatory tariffs on US goods.
The tariffs were implemented by Trump in a 50% duty hike on Canadian steel and aluminum imports, which took effect almost two weeks ago. In response, Canada has prepared to impose 'dollar-for-dollar' counter-tariffs on US goods starting at midnight on [date].
Trump's comments were made as part of his ongoing trade dispute with Canada, with both sides yet to reach a deal. The US president has previously suggested that Canada wants the benefits of being a US state without the responsibilities.