Canada and US reach temporary deal to delay 50% tariffs
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Donald Trump, Mark Carney
USA / Canada
August 18, 2026
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Canada and the US reached a deal to delay the implementation of 50% tariffs by three days. The tariffs were initially announced in July 2026 due to trade disputes over cars, alcohol, and dairy products. President Trump also suggested the Keystone XL pipeline project might be revived.
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