Canadian PM Carney Meets Trump to Seek Tariff Relief Amid US Trade Tensions

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is meeting President Donald Trump at the White House to address escalating trade tensions and tariffs impacting Canada's economy. The discussion focuses on easing U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods such as steel, aluminum, autos, and lumber ahead of the upcoming review of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). Despite Canada's concessions, including dropping some retaliatory tariffs and pausing certain taxes, progress has been slow amid unclear signals from the White House. Carney aims to restore bilateral relations and secure tariff relief to mitigate economic pressure, as Canadian exports heavily depend on the U.S. market. While no major breakthroughs are expected, the meeting is seen as an opportunity to advance negotiations and improve personal rapport between the leaders. Experts express cautious optimism that the talks will yield some tariff relief, although the broader trade agreement revision remains a complex and drawn-out process.