Trump Pauses Threatened Tariffs for Three Days
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Donald Trump has paused threatened tariffs for three days. The suspension expires at midnight, August 19, 2026.
BBC World and NDTV said Canada faced the potential levies. NDTV said the rate would be 50 percent.
Separately, PBS NewsHour said Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella requested the pause to support recovery after an earthquake that killed at least 289 people. PBS NewsHour said Trump is an ally of the Colombian leader.
Sources
- Sky News World: Trump pauses tariffs on Canada after last-minute deal
- BBC World: Trump pauses new tariffs on Canada and says countries close to a deal
- PBS NewsHour: Colombian president asks Trump to suspend tariffs to help earthquake recovery
- NDTV: "Subject To A Deal": Trump Pauses 50% Tariffs On Canada For 3 Days