Trade Conflict Between China and Canada Intensifies
Trade tensions between China and Canada have reached a new level this Saturday (8) as Beijing announced the imposition of retaliatory tariffs on a range of Canadian products. The decision came in response to measures adopted by Ottawa in October 2024, which included a 100% tariff on electric vehicles manufactured in China, as well as additional tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum products. The new tariff policy from China will take effect on March 20, 2025, according to a statement from the Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council of China. This escalation of trade barriers signals a worsening in bilateral relations, directly impacting key economic sectors in both countries.
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Canadian Products Face High Tariffs
Among the Canadian products affected by the new tariffs are items from the agriculture and seafood industries. According to the Chinese government, certain food products, such as canola oil and peas, will face a significant 100% tariff. Additionally, seafood products and Canadian pork will be taxed at 25%, making exports to the Chinese market more expensive. The decision is based on China's trade laws, including the Customs Tariff Law of the People's Republic of China and the Foreign Trade Law of the People's Republic of China. With this measure, Beijing aims not only to retaliate against Canada’s actions but also to pressure for a review of trade policies adopted by Ottawa.
China’s Response to Canada’s “Trade Protectionism”
The Chinese government justified the new tariffs as a direct response to Canada’s actions, labeling Ottawa’s measures as a clear example of “trade protectionism”. According to Beijing, the tariffs imposed on Chinese products ignore objective facts and violate the rules of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
China argues that these restrictions harm its legitimate rights and interests, in addition to significantly damaging trade relations between the two countries. Experts suggest that this exchange of protectionist measures could trigger a domino effect, affecting global supply chains and increasing costs for consumers and businesses in both nations.
Call for Stable Trade Relations
Amid escalating trade disputes, Beijing has urged Canada to reconsider its trade policies and adopt a more rational approach to bilateral economic cooperation. The Chinese government has called on Ottawa to immediately correct what it has described as “wrong actions” and to respect international trade norms. Beijing further emphasized that unilateral measures, such as the tariffs imposed by Canada, do not contribute to a stable and mutually beneficial trade relationship. The outcome of this trade dispute will be crucial in shaping the future of commercial relations between the two nations, potentially influencing international negotiations and impacting the global economic landscape.
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