President Trump posted on Truth Social that “China is successfully and completely taking over the once Great Country of Canada,” criticizing a Canada–China economic pact. He threatened 100% tariffs on Canadian imports if Ottawa pursued a free‑trade deal with Beijing. The deal would lower canola tariffs, permit about 49,000 Chinese electric vehicles into Canada at reduced duties, and relax travel restrictions. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Ottawa is not seeking a free‑trade agreement and described the steps as limited sectoral measures. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reiterated U.S. warning that tariffs could follow if Canada gives China unfair market access. (washingtonpost.com)