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US and Canada Trade War Escalates With 50% Retaliatory Tariffs

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THE BRIEF
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The US-Canada trade dispute has intensified as Canada announced a 'dollar-for-dollar' retaliatory tariff of 50% on 700 US goods, effective immediately.

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This follows the Trump administration's decision to impose new tariffs, claiming Canada has enjoyed a 'free ride' on trade for too long.

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The escalating conflict has already disrupted supply chains, causing significant price surges for essential consumer goods like toilet paper across North America.