Ottawa, Canada – Canada has officially filed a challenge against U.S. tariffs at the World Trade Organization (WTO), calling former President Donald Trump’s trade policies “dumb” and harmful to both countries.
The dispute stems from tariffs imposed by the U.S. on Canadian exports, which Ottawa argues violate international trade rules. Canadian officials have strongly criticized the move, with one senior government source describing Trump’s trade approach as short-sighted and damaging to economic relations.
“These tariffs are not just unfair, they’re dumb,” a Canadian official stated, highlighting the negative impact on businesses and workers in both nations.
This isn’t the first time Canada has clashed with the U.S. over trade. During Trump’s presidency, tensions escalated over tariffs on steel, aluminum, and other goods, leading to retaliatory measures from Canada.
The WTO case aims to challenge what Canada sees as unjustified trade barriers and reinforce the need for stable economic cooperation between the two countries. The Biden administration has yet to respond to the latest legal challenge, but trade experts predict a prolonged battle at the WTO.