Trudeau Meets Trump Amid Tariff Concerns

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago to discuss the impending threat of tariffs on Canadian imports. The meeting, described as a 'positive wide-ranging dinner,' lasted three hours and included discussions on trade, border security, and various international issues. Trump has threatened a 25% tariff on goods from Canada and Mexico if they do not address the flow of drugs and migrants across their borders, raising concerns about the potential economic impact on both countries. Trudeau's visit underscores the urgency to avert a trade war, as high tariffs could exacerbate economic issues in Canada, including rising inflation and declining approval ratings for Trudeau. At the meeting, Trudeau stated it was an 'excellent conversation,' though the results of the discussions remain uncertain. The meeting marks Trudeau as the first G7 leader to engage with Trump since the election, reflecting the critical nature of U.S.-Canada trade relations.