Canadian Prime Minister to Speak with Trump Amid Trade Tensions
Prime Minister Mark Carney signals upcoming dialogue with U.S. President over new tariffs.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Thursday that he is set to speak with U.S. President Donald Trump in the coming days.
The anticipated discussion follows Trump's recent decision to impose a 25 percent tariff on automobile imports.
This marks the first direct communication between Carney and Trump since Carney assumed office approximately two weeks ago.
According to Carney, Trump reached out on Wednesday evening to arrange a time for their conversation.
During a statement, Carney emphasized the importance of respecting Canada’s sovereignty in trade matters.
Trump has initiated a trade confrontation with Canada, reiterating calls for the country to become the 51st state of the United States, a notion that has drawn considerable ire from Canadian citizens and officials alike.
Carney was sworn in as Canada's Prime Minister on March 14 and has faced immediate challenges in international relations, particularly given the unusually prolonged period without communication between the leaders of the two neighboring countries following a leadership change.
Historically, it is uncommon for a new U.S. president and Canadian prime minister to delay discussions for such an extended timeframe.
The anticipated discussion follows Trump's recent decision to impose a 25 percent tariff on automobile imports.
This marks the first direct communication between Carney and Trump since Carney assumed office approximately two weeks ago.
According to Carney, Trump reached out on Wednesday evening to arrange a time for their conversation.
During a statement, Carney emphasized the importance of respecting Canada’s sovereignty in trade matters.
Trump has initiated a trade confrontation with Canada, reiterating calls for the country to become the 51st state of the United States, a notion that has drawn considerable ire from Canadian citizens and officials alike.
Carney was sworn in as Canada's Prime Minister on March 14 and has faced immediate challenges in international relations, particularly given the unusually prolonged period without communication between the leaders of the two neighboring countries following a leadership change.
Historically, it is uncommon for a new U.S. president and Canadian prime minister to delay discussions for such an extended timeframe.
