Trudeau and Trump Plan Talks in Mar-a-Lago as Tariffs Loom

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with President-elect Donald Trump in Florida just days after Trump threatened to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian goods. Trudeau’s plane landed at Palm Beach International Airport on Friday evening, and he had dinner with Trump and other guests. The two leaders had a productive conversation, with Trudeau mentioning that they discussed challenges they can work on together. Trump had previously announced plans to impose the tariff on Canada and Mexico, citing issues like drugs and illegal immigration. President Joe Biden criticized Trump’s announcement as counterproductive. Canada and Mexico are major U.S. trading partners, with Canada sending 75% of its exports to the U.S. The proposed tariffs would impact industries like vehicles, dairy, paper products, and building supplies. Trump has also targeted China with tariffs in the past, which has led some economists to raise concerns about increased costs for consumers. This meeting between Trudeau and Trump comes amidst ongoing trade tensions and uncertainty about future trade policies under the new administration.

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