
Trump tariffs draw global promises of counter measures
Here is what some governments said about what they would — and would not — do in response.
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CHINA
China's commerce ministry said Beijing «firmly opposes» the reciprocal tariffs and «will take countermeasures to safeguard its own rights and interests,» after Trump imposed a 34% reciprocal tariff on the country.
JAPAN
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Japanese Trade Minister Yoji Muto called the reciprocal tariffs «extremely regrettable» and said Tokyo would urge the U.S. to exempt Japan from tariff measures. Tokyo faces a 24% reciprocal tariff.
SOUTH KOREA
Acting President Han Duck-soo ordered emergency support measures for affected businesses, including automobiles, the industry ministry said, after Trump's tariff announcement included a 25% rate on South Korea.
CANADA
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada was «going to fight these tariffs with countermeasures» and would «act with purpose and with force.»
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Goods from Canada and Mexico are not currently subject to reciprocal tariffs because Trump's prior 25% fentanyl-related duties remain in place on their goods, along with 10% for Canadian energy and potash. A tariff exemption for goods compliant with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement on trade will continue indefinitely.
MEXICO
President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Wednesday that Mexico would not pursue a «tit-for-tat on tariffs» but would rather announce a «comprehensive program» on Thursday.
AUSTRALIA
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Australia would seek to negotiate with the U.S. to remove the tariffs without resorting to a dispute resolution mechanism in