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Canada's Trade Chief Warns of USMCA Negotiation Challenges

4/22/2026

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Janice Charette, Canada's chief trade negotiator, warned USMCA talks may face challenges before July 1.
Speaking at an Ottawa forum, she urged Canadian businesses to advocate for the U.S. relationship.
She said July 1 is a checkpoint, not a hard deadline, and not all issues will be resolved.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer noted separate talks with Canada and Mexico are likely, with tariffs on exports a concern.

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Janice Charette, Canada's chief trade negotiator, warned USMCA talks may face challenges before July 1.
Speaking at an Ottawa forum, she urged Canadian businesses to advocate for the U.S. relationship.
She said July 1 is a checkpoint, not a hard deadline, and not all issues will be resolved.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer noted separate talks with Canada and Mexico are likely, with tariffs on exports a concern.