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PM Carney Says He Has No Plans to Apply Further Trade Pressure as U.S. Midterms Approach
Carney said Canada will keep negotiating in good faith as U.S. import bans on alcohol, dairy byproducts and some motorcycles take effect.
- On Tuesday, import bans took effect on US$967 million worth of Canadian goods, including alcohol, whey products, and motorcycles, marking a significant escalation in the trade conflict between the United States and Canada.
- President Donald Trump said Monday he expects Canada to return to the negotiating table within four weeks with an apology, telling reporters the U.S. will "win everything" in the dispute.
- Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc dismissed Trump's claims, stating Canada will not apologize for defending its economy, while Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasized that Canada remains "ready to negotiate in good faith" without further escalation.
- Speaking at the American Growth Summit in Washington, trade adviser Peter Navarro warned Ottawa against interfering in the U.S. midterms, threatening that interference in Maine or Michigan elections would result in severe consequences.
- As Americans prepare for midterm elections that could end Republican control of Congress, Carney stated his timing is not dictated by the U.S. calendar, emphasizing that Canada intends to help lower the high cost of living in the United States.
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Carney says he has no plans to apply further trade pressure as U.S. midterms approach
WASHINGTON — Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday he has no plans to apply new trade pressure on the U.S. as Americans prepare for crucial midterm elections that could end Republican control of Congress.
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