US, Canada hold last-minute talks to stop 50% U.S. tariffs
Tension between Washington and Ottawa is already high, stoked by trade disputes and President Donald Trump's inflammatory comments about making Canada the 51st U.S. state
The United States and Canada are engaged in last-minute negotiations to avert a potential 50% tariff increase on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods. Tensions between the neighboring nations have risen due to trade disputes, with President Donald Trump proposing the tariffs in an effort to boost American manufacturing. Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that intense and delicate negotiations are underway, but he declined to discuss the matter publicly.
The U.S. aims to gain concessions from Canada, such as increased purchases of U.S. military equipment and access to critical minerals. Meanwhile, Canada seeks relief from U.S. tariffs on steel, aluminum, and softwood lumber. Despite President Trump's historically poor relations with Canada, there is a strong push on both sides to avoid the new tariffs, as they could negatively impact American voters facing high living costs.
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