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Canada, U.S. Set for USMCA Talks on Tariffs

12/22/2025

Summary

Story summary

Canada and the United States will begin discussions to review the USMCA in mid-January 2026.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Internal Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc will meet U.S. officials to address tariffs on dairy and digital services.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer highlighted concerns about Canadian policies affecting American markets.
Carney reaffirmed Canada's commitment to protecting its supply management system.
Ambassador Kirsten Hillman emphasized understanding American perspectives in trade discussions.

History

Historical Context

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) replaced NAFTA on July 1, 2020, following extensive negotiations initiated by President Donald Trump in 2017. This agreement, impacting over $1.3 trillion in trade, modernized provisions on labor, digital trade, and agriculture, including increased access to Canada's dairy market. Ongoing discussions highlight tensions over tariffs and market access, reflecting historical trade disputes among the three nations.

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Story summary

Canada and the United States will begin discussions to review the USMCA in mid-January 2026.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Internal Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc will meet U.S. officials to address tariffs on dairy and digital services.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer highlighted concerns about Canadian policies affecting American markets.
Carney reaffirmed Canada's commitment to protecting its supply management system.
Ambassador Kirsten Hillman emphasized understanding American perspectives in trade discussions.

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