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Trump discussed border, trade with Canada's Trudeau after pledging steep tariffs


Published on 2024-12-01 07:30:55 - Brian Stokes, N@N
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  • U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said on Saturday he discussed the border, trade and energy in a "very productive" meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau amid fears of a trade war. Trudeau paid an unannounced visit to Florida on Friday evening and had dinner with Trump at his Mar-a-Lago residence,

In a recent conversation, former President Donald Trump discussed border and trade issues with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, shortly after Trump had pledged to impose steep tariffs on Canadian goods if elected. This discussion comes amidst Trump's broader threats to enact significant trade barriers, including a 10% tariff on all imports and a 60% tariff on Chinese goods, aiming to address what he perceives as unfair trade practices. The conversation was described as "cordial," focusing on the importance of a strong bilateral relationship between the U.S. and Canada, despite the looming threat of economic measures that could strain this relationship. Trudeau's office emphasized the need for constructive dialogue to navigate these potential trade disputes.

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