Mark Carney Focuses on U.S. Trade Tensions as Election Nears

The Canadian Prime Minister pauses his campaign again to address escalating tariffs and announces plans for post-election negotiations with Donald Trump.

Mark Carney has paused his election campaign for the third time to address the economic impact of U.S. tariffs on Canada, emphasizing the urgency of trade challenges.
Carney confirmed that negotiations on a new economic and security relationship with the U.S. will begin immediately after the April 28 federal election if he remains in office.
President Trump has paused global tariffs for 90 days for most countries but excluded Canada, which continues to face significant trade penalties on steel, aluminum, and auto exports.
Polls show Carney's Liberal Party leading the race, with 62% of Canadians viewing him as the best candidate to negotiate with Trump on trade issues.
Carney has highlighted the importance of diversifying trade partnerships with like-minded nations to reduce economic reliance on the U.S.