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 [...]
TL;DR
- 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.