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EconomyTrump announces three-day pause on 50% Canada tariffs, claims deal is close

U.S. President Donald Trump said the 50% tariffs on Canada due to take effect Wednesday had been paused for three days, asserting that the two countries had reached a deal pending final documents. The proposed duties would cover about $20 billion in Canadian imports, including dairy, alcohol and furniture. Prime Minister Mark Carney’s office had not immediately commented.

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Trump announces three-day pause on 50% Canada tariffs, claims deal is close
Trump announces three-day pause on 50% Canada tariffs, claims deal is closeEconomy