China Hits Back: Retaliatory Tariffs on Canadian Goods Escalate Trade War
China Imposes New Tariffs in Response to Canada’s Trade Restrictions
China has fired back at Canada with a wave of retaliatory tariffs on key agricultural and food imports, intensifying the global trade conflict. The move comes after Canada imposed heavy duties on Chinese electric vehicles, steel, and aluminum last October.
Tariffs Take Effect March 20, Targeting Major Canadian Exports
The Chinese government’s Customs Tariff Commission announced that these tariffs will go into effect on March 20. The new duties include a 100% tariff on Canadian rapeseed oil, oil cakes, and peas, while pork and aquatic products will be hit with a 25% tariff.
Rising Trade Tensions Between Global Powers
This latest tariff escalation adds to the growing friction between major economies, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, and China, as each nation responds to trade disputes with aggressive measures.
China Condemns Canada’s Trade Policies
China’s trade authorities strongly criticized Canada’s decision, calling it an unfair and unilateral move. “Despite repeated warnings, Canada has imposed restrictive measures on Chinese goods without a fair investigation, severely damaging China-Canada economic and trade relations,” the statement read.
China’s Probe Finds Canada’s Actions Disrupt Trade Order
Chinese officials justified the tariffs by citing the results of an anti-discrimination investigation, which concluded that Canada’s tariffs disrupted normal trade operations and harmed Chinese businesses.
Canada Aligns With Western Allies on Tariffs Against China
Last October, Canada introduced steep tariffs on Chinese goods, following similar moves by the United States and the European Union. These tariffs included a 100% surtax on all Chinese-made electric vehicles and a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports. Western nations argue that China unfairly subsidizes its industries, giving them an advantage in global markets.
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