Prime Minister Mark Carney concluded a working visit to Washington, D.C., where he met with President Donald J. Trump to advance key priorities in trade and defence, celebrating progress in Canada-U.S. economic and security relations, including a tariff-free trade agreement covering 85% of bilateral trade and enhanced border security.
They discussed further cooperation in steel, aluminum, energy, and Arctic defence, as well as international issues like the Middle East conflict and the ongoing peace negotiations between Israel and Hamas.
Carney also met with Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance to reinforce shared priorities, and held discussions with key U.S. senators and business leaders on trade, defence, and the upcoming review of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), reaffirming Canada’s commitment to protecting workers, boosting business competitiveness, and building the strongest economy in the G7.
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“President Trump and I know that there are areas where our nations can compete – and areas where we will be stronger together. We’re focused on building these new opportunities to create greater certainty, security, and prosperity for our workers and businesses.”
The Rt. Hon. Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada
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