LeBlanc Says Canada ‘Very Close’ to Deal With US Ahead of Aug. 22 Deadline
Canada–U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said the two countries are close to reaching a trade agreement, as talks in Washington continue ahead of the Aug. 22 deadline for 50 percent U.S. tariffs. “We’re very close. We continue to make progress, and we’re going to stay here and do the work that is necessary until we [...]
TL;DR
- Canada and the U.S. are reportedly close to a trade agreement.
- Negotiations are ongoing in Washington ahead of an August 22nd deadline.
- The deadline is associated with a potential 50 percent U.S. tariff imposition.
- Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc expressed optimism about reaching a deal.
- The agreement is expected to offer tariff relief to Canada in return for concessions.