20 Jul, 22:48··

Trump’s New Tariffs Cause Fight Between US and Canada

ZEIT Online

The United States and Canada are fighting over trade. The US put new taxes on Canadian wine and other products. Canada is looking for new trade partners because of the conflict.

The United States has added tariffs to goods from Canada. This happens after previous disagreements about a border fence and forest fires. Smoke from the fires could move into the US. Canada wants to trade more with the European Union. They want to lessen their dependence on trade with the United States.

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Highlights

US-Canada Trade Dispute

The United States and Canada are involved in a trade dispute.

New Tariffs Imposed

The US has imposed new tariffs on Canadian wine and other goods.

Hockey Incident Involved

This escalation follows previous tensions, including a hockey-related incident.

Fence and Forest Fires

The conflict involves disagreements over a fence and forest fires.

Seeking EU Trade Ties

Canada is exploring closer trade relationships with the European Union.

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