Trudeau and Trump meet in Florida as tariff threats escalate
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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with U.S. president-elect Donald Trump in Florida amid rising trade tensions. Trump has proposed a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, citing issues related to drugs and migration. Trudeau described the meeting as “excellent” but acknowledged the seriousness of Trump’s tariff threats. The Canadian government is considering retaliatory measures, as over 75% of Canadian exports go to the U.S., impacting nearly two million jobs. Trump's tariff plans have raised concerns about trade relations, with President Biden warning they could harm ties with Canada and Mexico. Trudeau emphasized that Trump is likely to follow through on his statements regarding tariffs.