US President Donald Trump has adeptly showcased the Art of the Deal, temporarily relieving Canada and Mexico from impending tariffs in exchange for border security enhancements. Following threats regarding illegal immigration and drug trafficking, the two nations agreed to a 30-day pause, allowing Mexico to deploy 10,000 National Guard troops and Canada to initiate measures against drug trafficking and money laundering. In stark contrast, Trump has maintained a 10% tariff on Chinese goods, leading to swift retaliatory tariffs from Beijing on US imports. Rajiv Biswas, CEO of Asia-Pacific Economics, emphasized Trump’s aggressive tactics have yielded immediate benefits, albeit with potential long-term repercussions for US relations with its northern and southern neighbors. The unpredictability of such tariffs undermines international trade agreements, raising questions about the consistency of US trade policy. As trade tensions escalate, experts caution about the perils of using tariffs as negotiation leverage, highlighting potential fallout on both economic stability and diplomatic relations.