- US President Donald Trump has escalated a trade war with Canada by banning Canadian dairy, most alcoholic beverages and motorcycles, effective in three weeks.
- The move follows retaliatory tariffs imposed by Canada on 20 billion dollars of US imports after Washington placed 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods in August.
- President Trump has also instructed officials to exclude Canadian products from major US government contracts until full trade reciprocity is allowed.
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney vowed to reduce his country's reliance on the US, stating that Canada will not be held hostage.
- Canada is now exploring deeper ties with the European Union, with Prime Minister Carney set to address the European Parliament next week.
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