Carney, Trump to sit down Monday ahead of G7 start as work continues on tariff deal
Prime Minister Mark Carney is gearing up for a crucial meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the upcoming G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alta. The two leaders will have a one-on-one discussion before joining the other world leaders for the main talks. Carney is eager to secure a deal with Trump on trade and security, with hopes of convincing the U.S. president to lift the tariffs on Canadian steel, aluminum, and the auto industry.
Recent reports suggest that progress is being made towards a potential trade agreement between Canada and the U.S. A working document outlining the details of the deal has been circulating between Ottawa and Washington, signaling a positive step forward. However, there is still work to be done before a final agreement can be reached.
The G7 summit, which includes the United States, France, Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom, Italy, Canada, and the European Union, will be a critical test of unity and cooperation among the world’s most powerful democracies. In light of Trump’s disruptive presence at past summits, Canadian organizers are taking a different approach this year by focusing on concrete actions and outcomes in key areas, rather than a traditional joint communiqué.
Carney has outlined a list of priorities for the summit, including discussions on war and peace, energy security, partnerships of the future, and addressing wildfires in Western Canada. In addition to the G7 members, leaders from India, Brazil, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, South Korea, Ukraine, Mexico, and Australia have been invited to participate in the proceedings.
The G7 summit is expected to be a challenging yet crucial event for global cooperation and decision-making. Stay tuned for updates on the outcomes of the discussions between Carney, Trump, and other world leaders as they navigate pressing issues in trade, security, and climate change.
