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Collapse of trade talks could lead to job losses, but biggest impact on traditional allies is expected to be political
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Collapse of trade talks could lead to job losses, but biggest impact on traditional allies is expected to be political
The US has imposed 50% tariffs on some goods from Canada, and Mark Carney, the country’s prime minister, has vowed to match them “dollar for dollar” after the collapse of trade talks.
The tariffs came into force on roughly $20bn (£14.6bn) of goods – ranging from hockey sticks to tongue depressors – at 04.00GMT. Trade experts said the tariffs could result in some job losses, but the largest impact is expected to be political, driving a further wedge between the traditional allies.
The US has imposed 50% tariffs on some goods from Canada, and Mark Carney, the country’s prime minister, has vowed to match them “dollar for dollar” after the collapse of trade talks.
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Source: The Guardian · William Christou, Edward Helmore and agencies. Published 22 Aug 2026, 02:04 pm.
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