US metal tariffs: Mexico and Canada may be exempt

The White House says there could be exemptions to US plans to impose tariffs on metal imports. 

He says in softening its tough stance.

Canada, Mexico and other countries may see "carve-outs" on national security grounds.

US President Donald Trump has said steel products will face a 25 percent tariff, with 10 percent on aluminum goods.

Meanwhile, China has threatened an appropriate and necessary response in any trade war with the US.

Foreign Minister Wang Yi said China and the US should strive to be partners rather than rivals. 
 
The EU has proposed retaliatory measures against a number of US goods including bourbon and peanut butter.
	
SOURCE: BBC NEWS
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