IEThe Irish Times
The Irish Times view on the US and Canada: Trump’s wrecking ball on trade
Both economies would lose heavily from a prolonged trade war
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- The Irish Times
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- Ireland
- Source published
- 24 Aug 2026, 18:32 UTC
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Both economies would lose heavily from a prolonged trade war
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The Irish Times view on the US and Canada: Trump’s wrecking ball on trade
Both economies would lose heavily from a prolonged trade war
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- #2090
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- 24 Aug 2026, 18:40 UTC
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