Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada’s approach to the United States on trade is already “quite firm,” while also describing the ongoing negotiations as “constructive.” Speaking as talks continue, Carney frames Canada’s posture as firm but aimed at achieving workable outcomes with Washington rather than escalation. His comments come with an Aug. 19 deadline nearing for new U.S. tariffs, which would apply unless negotiations lead to a change in tariff plans. Both outlets report that Carney emphasizes the current state of discussions and seeks to characterize Canada–U.S. engagement as productive despite the looming tariff date. The reports do not describe any specific new offers or concessions, focusing instead on the tone of Canada’s negotiations and the timing pressure from the upcoming tariff deadline. Carney’s remarks suggest Canada is preparing to respond while maintaining a negotiation channel with the U.S.
Carney says Canada’s tone with U.S. is ‘quite firm’ as tariff deadline approaches
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada’s approach to the United States on trade is already “quite firm,” while also describing the ongoing negotiations as “constructive.” Speaking as talks continue, C...
- Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada’s tone toward the United States is already “quite firm.”
- Carney says Canada’s trade negotiations with Washington remain “constructive.”
- The comments come as an Aug. 19 deadline for new U.S. tariffs approaches.
- Both outlets report Carney’s characterization of the negotiation atmosphere rather than specific negotiation details.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada’s tone toward the United States is already “quite firm” and insisted trade negotiations with Washington remain “constructive” as an Aug. 19 deadline for new US tariffs draws near.
4 hours agoOTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada’s tone toward the United States is already “quite firm” and insisted trade negotiations with Washington remain “constructive” as an Aug. 19 deadline for new U.S. tariffs draws near.
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