President Donald Trump, asked on Monday whether tariffs would be placed on Canadian and Mexican goods when the deadline for a pause on such action arrives next week, reiterated his view that the United States had been mistreated by its neighbors and allies.

Canada and Mexico are expected to intensify efforts this week to avoid punishing 25% tariffs on their exports to the U.S. in talks to persuade President Donald Trump's administration that their steps to increase border security and curb fentanyl trafficking are working ahead of a March 4 deadline.

President Donald Trump on Monday said tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico “will go forward” next week after a month-long pause expires. “The tariffs are going forward on time, on schedule,” Trump said at a White House press conference in response to a question if the levies would proceed.