WASHINGTON, Sep 08 (Alliance News): US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to block the sale of Canadian aircraft manufacturer Bombardier planes in the United States, escalating tensions in the ongoing tariff dispute between Washington and Ottawa.
Trump made the remarks on his Truth Social platform, accusing Canada of imposing “completely unjust and unfair” trade practices on American businesses.
“No more selling Bombardier in the United States!” Trump wrote, without explaining how his administration would prevent the company from selling aircraft in the US market.
He said Canada should allow greater access to its market for American companies and added that if Canadian businesses wanted access to the US market, they should build their products in the United States.
Trump also accused Canada of blocking American banks and companies from operating in the country, saying that situation should end.
The latest threat is the second major move by Trump against Bombardier this year.
In January, Trump threatened to decertify Bombardier aircraft operating in the United States and impose a 50% tariff on Canadian aircraft after expressing anger over what he described as Canada’s refusal to certify new models of US-made Gulfstream jets.
That action did not ultimately take effect, but Monday’s remarks highlighted continued tensions surrounding Bombardier amid the wider US-Canada trade dispute.
The latest development comes after trade negotiations between the two countries broke down last month.
Trump subsequently imposed 50% tariffs on around $20 billion worth of Canadian products, including goods ranging from hockey sticks to cement.
Canada responded by announcing retaliatory tariffs on a similar value of US imports, with the measures taking effect early Tuesday.
The Canadian duties include rates of 15%, 25% and 50% on US products, including steel and aluminum goods as well as dairy products such as cheese.
Bombardier aircraft are widely used by US airlines and other operators, meaning any restrictions on their sale or certification could affect the company’s operations in one of its major markets.
