Carney Seeks Reset with Trump Amid Tariff Tensions
Canadian PM Mark Carney's upcoming meeting with Trump aims to address tensions from tariffs and redefine U.S.-Canada relations.
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Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey and five other northeastern governors have invited Canadian premiers to discuss the impacts of President Trump's tariffs on U.S.-Canada trade. This meeting aligns with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's imminent first in-person meeting with Trump, where he seeks to reset ties strained by recent tariffs and Trump's comments about annexation. The discussions come after significant trade impacts from a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum and another on cars and parts. While Carney aims for constructive talks, immediate breakthroughs are not expected, highlighting the complexities of trade relations.
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Trump has imposed a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports from Canada, and another on cars and auto parts, significantly impacting bilateral trade[1][3][5].
Governors like Massachusetts' Maura Healey seek to address economic impacts of Trump's tariffs on cross-border trade and regional industries[2][5].
Trump has suggested annexing Canada as the '51st state,' while Carney asserts Canada 'will never be part of the US' and vows to protect sovereignty[1][5].
Carney aims to reset relations strained by tariffs and annexation rhetoric, though he acknowledges 'no easy solutions' and anticipates complex negotiations[1][5].
The tariffs have strained one of the world's largest trading partnerships, with Canada warning of potential U.S. recession impacts and retaliatory measures[5][1][2].
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