New Delhi, Feb. 1 -- US President Donald Trump when asked about the possibility of granting a delay on imposing substantial new tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China, firmly responded, "No, no. Not right now, no," making it clear that his administration's new tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China will take effect as planned on February 1.

The move includes a 25% tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada and a 10% levy on Chinese imports. The administration has justified the decision as a measure to curb the flow of migrants and fentanyl into the United States.

Trump dismissed the idea that his threats of imposing levies were merely a bargaining tool. He emphasised the significant trade deficits with these partners, ...