Trump bans import of Canadian alcohol, dairy and motorcycles as trade war intensifies

President Trump has announced import bans on Canadian alcohol, specific dairy products, and large motorcycles, effective September 29. These measures, implemented under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930, follow Ottawa's imposition of US$20bn in retaliatory tariffs on US goods. This escalation intensifies the North America trade war, cutting off U.S. market access for targeted goods. The move deepens the economic rift between the nations, threatening significant disruption for businesses and consumers across the border.