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Carney Meets Trump Amid Rising Tariff Tensions

10/4/2025

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss trade and tariffs.
The visit follows public consultations for the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) review.
Trump announced a 10% tariff on Canadian lumber, bringing the total to 45%.
Opposition leaders, including Pierre Poilievre, criticized Carney for failing to secure a trade deal.

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Story summary

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss trade and tariffs.
The visit follows public consultations for the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) review.
Trump announced a 10% tariff on Canadian lumber, bringing the total to 45%.
Opposition leaders, including Pierre Poilievre, criticized Carney for failing to secure a trade deal.