On February 1st, US President Trump signed a tariff order imposing a 10% tariff on goods imported from China, an additional 25% tariff on imported products from Canada and Mexico, and a 10% tariff on energy resources from Canada. The White House has stated that if there is retaliation against US tariffs, the US may increase the intensity of tariffs.
Canadian and Mexican leaders say they will respond
On January 31st local time, Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau stated that if US President Trump chooses to impose tariffs on Canada, Canada is ready to respond.
On January 31st, Mexican President Simbaum also stated that the Mexican side "will remain calm" and will "defend the dignity of the Mexican people". Simbaum emphasized that no matter what decision the US government makes, Mexico has various corresponding response plans.
The spokesperson of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs previously stated that China has repeatedly expressed its position and always believes that there is no winner in trade wars and tariff wars. China has always been steadfast in safeguarding national interests. A spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Commerce previously stated that China's position on tariff issues has been consistent. Tariff measures are detrimental to both China and the United States, as well as to the entire world.