The US Embassy in New Delhi has taken decisive action against Indian business executives and their family members involved in trafficking fentanyl precursors, revoking and denying their visas.
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney criticised new U.S. tariffs on Canadian exports, calling them unfair and harmful. He reaffirmed Canada's commitment to CUSMA, vowed to protect Canadian industries, and promised stronger local investment and trade diversification while continuing efforts to
US President Trump announced 30% tariffs on goods from Mexico and the EU starting August 1, citing border security and trade imbalances. He shared letters with their leaders on Truth Social. The move follows stalled trade talks, with only the UK reaching a deal so far, The Hill reported.
US President Trump imposed a 35% tariff on Canadian goods, citing concerns over fentanyl. In response, Canadian PM Mark Carney said Canada is making progress in curbing fentanyl and remains committed to US cooperation. Both countries aim to finalise a trade deal by August 1.
In the letter, Trump threatened to increase the tariff rate by the same amount if Canada decides to increase their tariffs on importing American products.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday that the US is resetting its trade relationships worldwide through pro-growth tariffs to balance trade and boost revenue. Rubio also took a swipe at China, saying the US is confronting the Chinese Communist Party's influence globally and ending
China on Tuesday criticised the US tariffs linked to the fentanyl issue, arguing that the US is unfairly targeting Chinese imports. The Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson emphasised that the fentanyl crisis is a domestic issue for the United States to address, stating that despite China's
Chinese export hubs like Shanghai and Guangdong are experiencing early disruptions as the US-China tariff war escalates. With shipping halted and factories at a standstill, tensions have intensified following sharp reciprocal tariff hikes announced by both governments this week.
"Justin Trudeau, of Canada, called me to ask what could be done about Tariffs. I told him that many people have died from Fentanyl that came through the Borders of Canada and Mexico, and nothing has convinced me that it has stopped. He said that it's gotten better, but I said, "That's not
Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian expressed China's opposition to US pressure, threats and blackmailing under the pretext of the fentanyl issue.