Why Trump agreed to halt tariffs on Canada, Mexico for 30 days

The United States late on Monday paused its planned tariffs on Canada and Mexico for 30 days as both countries take measures to address border security and drug trafficking concerns raised by US President Donald Trump. The decision follows negotiations between the leaders of the three countries and agreements on new security measures.
Trump announced the temporary suspension, saying, “I am very pleased with this initial outcome, and the Tariffs announced on Saturday will be paused for a 30 day period to see whether or not a final Economic deal with Canada can be structured. FAIRNESS FOR ALL!”
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Why did US halt tariffs on Mexico and Canada?

Canada's security commitments
The pause comes after Canada committed to implementing a $1.3 billion border plan aimed at stopping fentanyl from entering the US. Trump said the plan of reinforcing the Border includes "new choppers, technology and personnel, enhanced coordination with our American partners, and increased resources to stop the flow of fentanyl."
“Canada has agreed to ensure we have a secure Northern Border, and to finally end the deadly scourge of drugs like Fentanyl that have been pouring into our Country, killing hundreds of thousands of Americans, while destroying their families and communities all across our Country,” Trump posted on Truth Social.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau confirmed the details, saying on X, "I just had a good call with President Trump. Canada is implementing our $1.3 billion border plan—reinforcing the border with new choppers, technology and personnel, enhanced coordination with our American partners, and increased resources to stop the flow of fentanyl."
Trudeau also announced additional measures, including appointing a Fentanyl Czar , listing Mexican cartels as terrorist organizations , and launching a Canada-US Joint Strike Force to target organized crime, fentanyl trafficking, and money laundering. Canada will invest $200 million to support these efforts.
Mexico's military deployment
Trump also announced a similar 30-day pause on tariffs for Mexico after a conversation with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. Under the agreement, Mexico will deploy 10,000 soldiers to the US-Mexico border to curb

fentanyl smuggling

and illegal migration while officials continue discussions.
What about China?
Although the tariff suspensions provide temporary relief, the situation remains uncertain. Trump has indicated that the tariffs could be reinstated if no final agreements are reached. Meanwhile, a 10 per cent tariff on China remains scheduled to take effect on Tuesday, with Trump expected to discuss the issue with Chinese President Xi Jinping in the coming days.
Meanwhile, Trump indicated that more import taxes could be coming against China: "If we can't make a deal with China, then the tariffs will be very, very substantial," he told reporters gathered on Monday.