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Last‑minute push to seal US‑Canada trade pact before tariffs kick in
business1 month ago

Last‑minute push to seal US‑Canada trade pact before tariffs kick in

The U.S. and Canada are racing to finalize a trade deal before a 12:01 a.m. ET Saturday deadline to avert 50% tariffs on about $20 billion of Canadian imports, after an eleventh-hour delay by Trump. Talks in Washington involve top Canadian negotiators and U.S. officials, with Metals tariffs on steel, aluminum, and lumber remaining a sticking point and potential concessions on autos and a revived Keystone XL pipeline on the table. A final agreement had not been reached as of now.

Trump Signals Canada Deal May Restart Keystone XL and Ease Auto Tariffs
business1 month ago

Trump Signals Canada Deal May Restart Keystone XL and Ease Auto Tariffs

President Trump announced a tentative deal with Canada to pause roughly $20 billion in 50% tariffs on selected Canadian goods for three days while final terms are finalized, with hints the agreement could revive the Keystone XL pipeline and reduce Canadian auto tariffs; USTR Greer and Canadian officials signaled progress, though the deal remains subject to final documents.

Late-night deal freezes 50% Canada tariffs, hints Keystone XL revival
business1 month ago

Late-night deal freezes 50% Canada tariffs, hints Keystone XL revival

The US and Canada reached a last-minute agreement to suspend 50% tariffs on about $20.2 billion of Canadian exports until August 22, subject to final documents, easing fears of a trade conflict; Trump tied the pause to a possible revival of the Keystone XL pipeline, while Canada’s Mark Carney said substantial progress has been made but more work remains.

Trump pauses Canada tariffs as talks near a deal
world1 month ago

Trump pauses Canada tariffs as talks near a deal

President Trump delayed the 50% tariffs on Canadian imports for three days to give time for a final trade deal, saying a deal is close as negotiators press on with talks. Progress has been made but key issues remain, including concessions on autos, dairy, and provincial liquor sales. Trump also suggested the agreement could allow revival of the Keystone XL pipeline and emphasized protections for American workers and market access for U.S. goods.