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US and Canada trade negotiators seek deal ahead of tariff deadline
Trade negotiators from the United States and Canada are engaged in intensive discussions in Washington to finalize a deal before a midnight deadline. Failure to reach an agreement would trigger 50% tariffs on an estimated $20 billion to $28 billion worth of Canadian imports starting Saturday.
The proposed framework includes significant tariff reductions for key sectors. US tariffs on Canadian vehicles could drop from 25% to 15%, and duties on steel and aluminum would be reduced to 25%. In exchange, Canada is reportedly offering increased market access for American dairy products, alcohol, and improved provincial procurement policies for US companies.
Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc indicated that while progress is being made, “more work to do” remains. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer expressed confidence in protecting American interests and reinforcing North American supply chains. President Donald Trump noted that the deal is “moving along” and expressed optimism regarding his relationship with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
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Dominic LeBlanc · Donald Trump · Jamieson Greer · Mark Carney · United States
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The framework aims to halve steel and aluminum duties to 25%. cryptobriefing.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Canada is offering concessions regarding market access for US alcohol, dairy products, and government procurement. cryptobriefing.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] President Donald Trump expressed optimism that a trade agreement with Canada is progressing. www.perthnow.com.au · www.castanet.net
- [● 3 SOURCES] A 50% tariff on approximately $20 billion to $28 billion worth of Canadian goods is scheduled to take effect at 12:01 a.m. EDT on Saturday. cryptobriefing.com · www.perthnow.com.au · www.castanet.net
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The proposed deal includes reducing US tariffs on Canadian vehicles from 25% to 15%. cryptobriefing.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc stated that more work is required to finalize the trade deal. cryptobriefing.com · www.perthnow.com.au · www.castanet.net