Trump threatens Canada with 50% tariff on aircraft sold in US, expanding trade war
Summary
President Donald Trump threatened Canada with a 50% tariff on aircraft sold in the U.S. amid escalating trade tensions over aircraft certification and trade deals.
Key Points
- President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 50% tariff on any aircraft sold by Canada in the U.S. in retaliation over aircraft certification disputes.
- Trump decertified Bombardier's Global Express jets, escalating tensions with Canada in the ongoing trade war.
- Bombardier stated its aircraft meet FAA standards and is working with the Canadian government to resolve the issue.
- The dispute is part of broader trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada involving tariffs and trade agreements, including comments from Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
