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On August 19, 2026, which country delayed a proposed 50% tariff on approximately $20 billion worth of Canadian goods following progress in trade negotiations?

A. China
B. United Kingdom
C. United States
D. Mexico

 

Explanation
  • The United States had proposed a 50% tariff on certain Canadian goods.
  • The proposed tariffs were expected to affect approximately $20 billion of Canadian exports.
  • U.S. President Donald Trump delayed implementation for three days, citing progress toward a trade agreement with Canada.
  • Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney also said substantial progress had been made, although important issues remained unresolved.
Main Point:

The US temporarily delayed new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods because of progress in Canada–US trade negotiations.

Related Exam Questions

Q2. Who is the current Prime Minister of Canada?
Answer: Mark Carney.

Q3. Which country is Canada’s largest trading partner?
Answer: United States.

Q4. What percentage tariff was proposed on the affected Canadian goods?
Answer: 50%.

Q5. Approximately how much Canadian trade was potentially affected?
Answer: $20 billion.

Exam Point

Canada–US trade dispute → 50% proposed tariff → approximately $20 billion goods → Mark Carney negotiations.

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