Trudeau and Trump meet in Florida to discuss trade and tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with President-elect Donald Trump in Florida on Friday amid Trump's threats to impose tariffs on Canadian goods. Trump has proposed a 25% tax on products from Canada and Mexico to address border security issues. The dinner lasted three hours and covered various topics, including trade and border security. Trudeau emphasized the importance of dialogue to resolve tariff concerns, while also noting that retaliatory tariffs from Canada are being considered if Trump follows through on his threats. Trudeau's visit marks the first by a G7 leader since the U.S. election. Canada is heavily reliant on trade with the U.S., with nearly $3.6 billion worth of goods crossing the border daily.