Tariff Talks: Trump and Carney Navigate Trade Tensions
President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney are expected to discuss trade after the U.S. imposed a 35% tariff on non-USMCA goods. Canadian official Dominic LeBlanc indicated there might be potential for an agreement to reduce these tariffs, fostering better trade relations.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 03-08-2025 20:42 IST | Created: 03-08-2025 20:42 IST
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In an unfolding trade scenario, President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney are anticipated to hold discussions in response to a recent U.S. decision to impose a substantial 35% tariff on goods not protected under the US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement.
Canadian official Dominic LeBlanc, overseeing U.S.-Canada trade relations, expressed optimism on CBS News' 'Face the Nation,' highlighting the possibility of negotiating a deal to ease the new tariff burden.
This development underscores ongoing complexities in trade relations between the two countries and potential diplomatic efforts to find mutually beneficial solutions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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