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B.C. premier says feds and premiers have right-left strategy to tackle Trump tariffs


Published on 2024-12-06 08:01:37 - MSN
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  • British Columbia Premier David Eby says his fellow premiers and the federal government have hatched a game plan to fight U.S. tariffs, with conservative premiers lobbying Republican counterparts, left-leaning provincial leaders courting the Democrats,

British Columbia Premier David Eby has expressed concerns over former U.S. President Donald Trump's potential return to office and his proposed tariff plans, which could significantly impact Canadian trade. Eby highlighted the need for a collaborative "right-left" approach between the federal government and the provinces to address these potential trade disruptions. He emphasized the importance of preparing for various scenarios, including the possibility of Trump imposing a 10% tariff on all imports, which could affect Canadian exports like lumber and minerals. Eby's comments were made during a news conference in Vancouver, where he also discussed the broader implications for Canada's economy and the necessity for a unified strategy to mitigate the risks posed by such U.S. policy changes.

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