Mazaj News (Web Desk) US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he would impose a 100 percent tariff on all goods imported from Canada if Ottawa proceeds with its planned trade agreement with China. The threat marks a sharp escalation in tensions between the two longtime allies and raises concerns about widening trade and diplomatic rifts.
Trump took to his social media platform to warn Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney that a deal with China would seriously harm Canada’s economy and national fabric. He accused China of seeking to use Canada as a backdoor for Chinese products to enter the US market, saying that Beijing would “eat Canada alive” and destroy its businesses and way of life. Under his threat, all Canadian goods entering the United States would face a 100 percent tariff immediately if the trade pact moves forward.
The warning came amid an ongoing dispute following Carney’s recent efforts to reset relations with China. Carney visited Beijing earlier this month and secured a trade agreement aimed at resolving several tariff issues, including reduced duties on certain Canadian exports and increased access for Chinese electric vehicles. Trump initially reacted positively to Carney’s China visit, saying a deal was beneficial, but his tone has since shifted sharply.
In response to rising US pressure, Carney has launched a campaign encouraging Canadians to support domestic products, urging citizens to focus on internal economic resilience despite external threats. He has also criticized unilateral economic coercion by major powers and stressed Canada’s independence in global trade decisions, without naming the US directly.
Relations between Trump and Carney, once relatively smooth, have deteriorated significantly in recent days. Disagreements over trade policy, Arctic strategy and comments at global forums have deepened the rift, prompting Trump to revoke Canada’s invitation to a US‑led diplomatic initiative.
If implemented, the threatened tariffs would have severe implications for key Canadian industries, including automotive, metals and machinery sectors, adding further uncertainty to North American economic ties.