From Calling for Counter-Tariffs to Warning Against Trade Wars, Premiers React to Failed US Trade Talks
Several Canadian premiers expressed support for Prime Minister Mark Carney imposing retaliatory tariffs on the United States after trade talks failed late on Aug. 21 and new U.S. tariffs went into effect as of Saturday, while Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said trade wars hurt everyone. Ontario Premier Doug Ford encouraged Ottawa to commit to a [...]
Following the failure of trade talks and the implementation of new U.S. tariffs, several Canadian premiers voiced support for Prime Minister Mark Carney to impose retaliatory measures. Ontario Premier Doug Ford specifically called for a dollar-for-dollar tariff response to protect Canadian sovereignty and economic security. However, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith cautioned that trade wars harm all parties involved.
- Several Canadian premiers support retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. after failed trade talks.
- New U.S. tariffs went into effect on Saturday.
- Ontario Premier Doug Ford urged Ottawa to implement a dollar-for-dollar tariff response.
- Ford stated that retaliatory measures are necessary to protect Canadian sovereignty and economic security.
- Alberta Premier Danielle Smith warned that trade wars have negative consequences for everyone.
- The premiers emphasized the need for a united “Team Canada” response.
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