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Quebec Premier Warns of 100,000 Job Losses from U.S. Tariffs

2/5/2025

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Quebec Premier François Legault is sounding the alarm over potential U.S. tariffs, warning they could cost the province 100,000 jobs. In response, Quebec is contemplating a bold 25% price hike on U.S. contracts and is pushing for urgent renegotiation of the North American free-trade agreement, all while stressing the importance of diversifying its economy.

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Quebec Premier François Legault is sounding the alarm over potential U.S. tariffs, warning they could cost the province 100,000 jobs. In response, Quebec is contemplating a bold 25% price hike on U.S. contracts and is pushing for urgent renegotiation of the North American free-trade agreement, all while stressing the importance of diversifying its economy.