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U.S. Envoys Reassure Canada on Trade Amid Tariff Tensions

At the B7 summit in Ottawa, Nikki Haley and Ambassador Pete Hoekstra emphasized the U.S. commitment to commerce despite ongoing trade disruptions caused by tariffs.

Nikki Haley, former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and a current vice-chair at Edelman, participates in a panel discussion at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce B7 Summit in Ottawa on Friday, May 16, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang
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U.S. ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra told the conference that the U.S. is 'open for business' despite Trump's tariffs.

Overview

  • Nikki Haley described the current U.S. trade environment as 'growing pains' and reassured Canada that the turbulence is temporary.
  • New U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra affirmed the United States remains 'open for business,' even as tariffs on Canadian imports persist.
  • Haley urged businesses to maintain engagement with the U.S., advising patience and strategic planning during trade uncertainties.
  • Trump's tariffs continue to disrupt global trade, prompting some businesses to adjust supply chains away from the U.S. market.
  • The B7 summit in Ottawa serves as a precursor to the G7 meeting in Alberta, where globalization and protectionism will be key topics of discussion.