U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bisent confirmed on Sunday (January 25, 2026) that the United States would impose 100% tariffs on Canadian imports if Canada proceeded with a new trade deal with China, reiterating a threat made by President Donald Trump on Saturday.
"We cannot allow Canada to become a conduit for China to flood the U.S. market with its cheap goods," Bisent told ABC News.
During a visit to Beijing on January 16, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced an improvement in bilateral relations with China, citing a "new strategic partnership" and an initial trade agreement between the two countries.
Under the agreement, China is expected to reduce tariffs on Canadian canola imports to about 15% by March 1, down from 84%.
The US Treasury Secretary reiterates Trump's threat to impose high tariffs on Canada.
