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Canada's EV Deal with China Complicates U.S. Trade Talks

2/16/2026

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Brian Kingston, CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association, says Prime Minister Mark Carney's deal with China complicates trade negotiations with the United States.
The deal allows Chinese electric vehicles to enter Canada at a low tariff.
Kingston says this will hinder discussions with the United States.
Kingston notes that Mexico is advancing its trade talks by imposing higher tariffs on Chinese goods.
He remains optimistic about a U.S.-Canada auto tariff agreement and emphasizes the importance of U.S. trade for Canada.

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Brian Kingston, CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association, says Prime Minister Mark Carney's deal with China complicates trade negotiations with the United States.
The deal allows Chinese electric vehicles to enter Canada at a low tariff.
Kingston says this will hinder discussions with the United States.
Kingston notes that Mexico is advancing its trade talks by imposing higher tariffs on Chinese goods.
He remains optimistic about a U.S.-Canada auto tariff agreement and emphasizes the importance of U.S. trade for Canada.