Trade tensions between Washington and Ottawa are flaring again. President Donald Trump has announced 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian imports, raising fears of a new economic showdown between the two neighbors. We speak to Toronto-based political commentator Sean Mallen about the political fallout and what comes next for Canada-US relations.
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00:00 Trump announces new tariffs on Canadian imports
00:34 White House uses 1930 Tariff Act provision
01:04 US and Canadian governments trade accusations
01:23 Mark Carney seeks intensified negotiations
01:53 Interview with Sean Mallen, political commentator, Toronto
02:09 Why Trump is targeting Canada now
03:25 Do the tariffs violate the trade agreement?
05:09 What happens when the tariffs take effect?
05:34 Economic impact on Canada and key industries
06:05 Could Canada retaliate?
08:26 Effects on tourism, wine and whiskey trade
09:29 What role can the WTO play?
10:36 New legal route for US tariffs after Supreme Court ruling
11:08 Could other countries face similar tariffs?
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