Trump says ‘we can work something out’ as he talks trade with Carney at G7 summit
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed optimism during his meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney at the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alta., discussing tariffs and trade issues. Trump believes that a deal can be reached between the two countries within weeks or even sooner.
The primary focus of the meeting for Trump was trade with Canada, and he expressed confidence that they can come to an agreement. While Trump admitted to being a “tariffs person” who prefers imposing tariffs on other countries to boost revenue and bring back jobs to the U.S., he acknowledged that Carney has presented a different trade concept that they are exploring.
Trump mentioned that Carney’s trade proposal is more complex but still promising, and he is hopeful that progress can be made. Following a positive meeting at the White House last month, Trump emphasized his good relationship with Carney and his eagerness to resolve trade issues.
During the meeting, Trump wore a friendship pin featuring the U.S. and Canadian flags crossed, symbolizing the strong bond between the two countries. Carney wore his Order of Canada pin, signifying his commitment to Canadian values.
Recent reports suggest that Canada and the U.S. are making strides towards a potential trade agreement, with a working document outlining details of the deal being exchanged between Ottawa and Washington. Carney is advocating for the removal of tariffs on Canadian goods imposed by Trump, which have impacted various industries in Canada.
The presence of top U.S. trade officials at the meeting indicates a potential breakthrough in discussions. Despite Canadian officials urging caution due to Trump’s unpredictable nature, the meeting with Carney signals progress in resolving trade tensions.
While Trump praised Carney, he criticized former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for Russia’s exclusion from the G7. However, the decision to remove Russia was made in 2014 before Trudeau took office, in response to Russia’s actions in Ukraine. Trump suggested that inviting Putin back to the G7 could be beneficial, although he did not commit to the idea.
Overall, the meeting between Trump and Carney at the G7 summit shows promise for resolving trade disputes and strengthening the relationship between the U.S. and Canada.
