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Will Canada get deal with U.S. before new tariffs? ‘We’ll see,’ says Carney
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Will Canada get deal with U.S. before new tariffs? ‘We’ll see,’ says Carney

From Global News · () English

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  • Canada is engaged in 'comprehensive' trade discussions with the United States, covering all sectors.
  • Prime Minister Mark Carney indicated that the approach is not limited to a few specific areas.
  • The outcome of these negotiations, particularly regarding potential new tariffs, remains uncertain.

Canada's trade strategy with the United States involves broad discussions encompassing all economic sectors, according to Prime Minister Mark Carney. He emphasized that the negotiations are not confined to a narrow set of issues but aim for a comprehensive review.

Carney stated that Canada's approach to securing a trade deal includes these extensive discussions. The focus is on addressing a wide range of trade-related matters rather than isolating specific points of contention. This suggests a holistic strategy for managing the bilateral economic relationship.

When asked about the possibility of reaching a deal before new U.S. tariffs take effect, Carney offered a noncommittal response. "We'll see," he said, indicating that the timeline and ultimate outcome of the negotiations are still unclear. This leaves uncertainty surrounding Canada's position and potential exposure to further trade actions.

We'll see

— Mark CarneyResponding to a question about whether Canada would secure a deal with the U.S. before new tariffs are imposed.
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