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Trump imposes tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, escalating trade tensions
Published in The Saudi Gazette on 01 - 02 - 2025

US President Donald Trump will impose new tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China starting Saturday, the White House announced, marking a significant escalation in global trade tensions.
The tariffs will include a 25% duty on Mexican and Canadian imports and a 10% tariff on Chinese goods.
However, Trump stated on Friday that Canadian oil would face a reduced tariff of 10%, set to take effect on February 18.
Trump also signaled potential future tariffs on the European Union, accusing the bloc of unfair treatment toward the United States.
"These are promises made and promises kept by the President," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, justifying the Mexico and Canada tariffs as a response to what she described as their role in the distribution of illegal fentanyl in the US.
The president has frequently cited undocumented migration and trade imbalances with neighboring countries as key reasons for the tariffs.
During his campaign, Trump had threatened to impose tariffs of up to 60% on Chinese goods but has so far held off on immediate action, instead directing his administration to conduct further analysis.
US imports from China have remained flat since 2018, following a series of tariffs imposed during Trump's first term.
However, concerns are mounting that renewed trade restrictions could trigger a wider trade conflict and drive up costs for American consumers.
In response to the tariffs, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau warned that Canada would retaliate if the US moves forward with the new levies.
"It's not what we want, but if he moves forward, we will also act," Trudeau said.
Both Canada and Mexico have indicated they will implement countermeasures while also working to reassure Washington that they are addressing US border concerns.
Chinese officials have also urged against protectionist measures, with Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang calling for a "win-win" approach to trade during a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos. While he did not mention the US by name, his comments underscored China's concerns about a renewed trade war under Trump's presidency.
The new tariffs come as the US relies heavily on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, which together accounted for 40% of all goods brought into the country last year. If tariffs on Canadian and Mexican oil imports are enforced, they could undermine Trump's promise to lower the cost of living, potentially raising prices on fuel and consumer goods.
Trump acknowledged on Friday that tariffs could lead to short-term economic disruption, as costs are often passed along to businesses and consumers. — BBC


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