In response to Canada's tariffs on Chinese goods, China announces new tariffs on Canadian agricultural products, including rapeseed oil and pork, effective March 20, 2025.

In December 2024, China's exports surged to a record $540 billion as manufacturers accelerated shipments to avoid impending U.S. tariffs proposed by President Donald Trump.

President Trump alleges that Prime Minister Trudeau is leveraging the U.S.-Canada tariff dispute to maintain political power, following a phone call addressing trade and fentanyl smuggling issues.