Why did Trump get angry?

During this visit, an agreement was reached between the two countries, under which Canada decided to reduce the tax imposed on Chinese electric vehicles to some extent. In return, China agreed to reduce retaliatory taxes imposed on Canadian agricultural products. Trump became even more angry after this agreement. He wrote on the social media platform Truth Social that if Canada becomes a route for sending Chinese goods to America, America will never accept it.

Threatened with 100% tariff

Trump also said that if Canada made a deal with China, China could gradually harm Canada’s business, society and lifestyle. He said in clear words that as soon as this happens, America will impose 100 percent tariff on all Canadian products. Relations between America and Canada have been deteriorating ever since Trump became President again. Trump has already said things like making Canada the 51st state of America and has also given controversial statements regarding Greenland.

What answer did Canada give to America?

Meanwhile, in response to Trump’s threat, Prime Minister Mark Carney has talked about taking forward the ‘Buy Canadian’ policy. He said that Canada should focus on buying goods made in its country, strengthening local industries and becoming self-reliant. Carney, while sharing a video on the social media platform X, said that Canadians should spend their money on Canadian companies and workers. He said that the government is also working in this direction now.

What is Canada’s target?

Amidst these circumstances, Canada now wants to reduce its dependence on America. Canada has set a target to increase its exports to China by 50 percent by 2030. Prime Minister Carney has also said that in the coming years, Canada will increase trade with countries other than America. There is news that he may also visit India soon. The purpose of the ‘Buy Canadian’ policy, launched in December 2025, is to strengthen the country’s economy and avoid foreign pressure. Tension between the US and Canada increased further when Canada opposed Trump’s plan to install a missile defense system in Greenland.