Trump’s escalating trade war in focus: FP Video Explains

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Photo by Blake Fagan/AFP via Getty ImagesThis week, FP Video deep dives into the escalating trade war between the United States and Canada, as Daniel Trainer looks at what’s been hit by Donald Trump’s latest tariffs. Dennis Darby talks about how the levies are impacting Canada’s manufacturing sector, and Lisa Raitt explains why diversifying the Canadian economy away from U.S. markets, while still protecting domestic industries, can’t be achieved overnight.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountDonald Trump raises stakes of trade war with CanadaBreaking business news, incisive views, must-reads and market signals. Weekdays by 9 a.m.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Posthaste will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againCanada’s trade war with the U.S. is becoming more severe. Donald Trump has retaliated against Ottawa’s counter-tariffs with planned product bans, more duties and a move against Canadian goods in U.S. federal contracts. Watch to find out the latest details and estimated impacts.Manufacturers in ‘eye of the storm’ of tariff warWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Dennis Darby talks with Financial Post’s Larysa Harapyn about the real impacts already hitting Canadian manufacturers in the trade war.You can’t replace the U.S. market overnightWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Lisa Raitt, member of Canada’s Advisory Committee on Canada-U.S. Economic Relations, talks about when the two sides may return to trade talks, the need to protect Canadian industries and investors from uncertainty and how you can’t replace the U.S. market overnight.This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.