US Delays Tariffs on Canadian Goods Amid Trade Talks
Summary
The US will delay new 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods for three days as Washington and Ottawa continue trade talks. Donald Trump and Mark Carney say progress has been made, while a possible revival of the Keystone XL pipeline remains part of the negotiations.
Key Points
- The US has delayed a new 50 percent tariff on Canadian goods for three days while trade talks continue.
- Donald Trump said Canada and the US are finalizing paperwork for an agreement after intensive negotiations.
- Mark Carney said significant progress has been made, but major issues remain unresolved, including auto tariffs and liquor sales restrictions.
- Trump said a final deal could revive the Keystone XL oil pipeline, which has long faced opposition from environmentalists and Indigenous groups.
