Trump Decides to Double Tariffs on Canadian Steel and Aluminum to 50%

Trump Decides to Double Tariffs on Canadian Steel and Aluminum to 50%

Washington, March 11 - U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that he will double tariffs on steel and aluminum products imported from Canada to 50%, further escalating the commercial tension with the United States' northern neighbor, Canada.

In a social media post on Tuesday morning, Trump stated that the decision to increase tariffs was in response to a move by the province of Ontario, where a 25% additional tariff has been imposed on electricity exports to some U.S. states. He mentioned that the new tariffs on steel and aluminum would take effect from Wednesday.

Trump further added, "It would be the right decision for Canada to become our cherished 51st state. This would make all tariffs and other issues disappear."

This move by President Trump has raised tensions in U.S.-Canada relations, especially after his imposition of tariffs and his threats to annex Canada.

Trump also warned that if Canada does not lift its tariffs on American goods, his administration will increase reciprocal tariffs, which are set to take effect in early April. Trump said, "This will essentially permanently shut down Canada’s automobile manufacturing industry. Those cars can easily be made in the USA!"

Trump also stated, "Canada pays very little for National Security, relying on the United States for military protection. We are subsidizing Canada to the tune of more than 200 billion dollars a year. WHY??? This cannot continue."

This decision could have significant economic impacts on Canada, particularly in the steel and aluminum sectors, which are important import products for the United States.