Trump pauses new tariffs on Canada for three days, saying deal close

US President Donald Trump said he will delay imposing new tariffs on a wide array of Canadian goods for three days as the countries firm up a trade deal. "I have paused the 50% Tariffs against Canada, that were scheduled to kick in tomorrow morning for a three day period, based on the fact that Canada and the U.S.A., subject to the finalization of documents, have a DEAL!" Trump said in a social media post. The announcement came less than two hours before a 50% levy on nearly $20bn (£14.8bn; C$28bn) of Canadian imports was set to go in place. The two sides have been at an impasse on several issues, including US tariffs on autos and many Canadian provinces banning American liquor sales. Senior trade representatives for both countries met on Wednesday morning in Washington after Trump's tariff pause, indicating that discussions on a possible deal are still ongoing. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Trump characterised the deal as "very good" for both countries. He suggested it would include concessions from Canada on agriculture and manufacturing, as well as a reduction of certain US tariffs on Canada. Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke twice this week, and trade ne