Trudeau meets Trump at Mar-a-Lago as tariff threats loom over Canada

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago in Florida amid threats of significant tariffs on Canadian goods. Trudeau's visit follows Trump's announcement of a potential 25% tariff on products from Canada and Mexico. The meeting comes after Trump expressed concerns about illegal immigration and drug trafficking from these countries. Trudeau was accompanied by Canadian Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc, highlighting the importance of border security in their discussions. Trump's tariff threats have prompted responses from Canadian officials, who emphasize the mutual benefits of U.S.-Canada trade. Canada is a major supplier of energy to the U.S., with significant imports of crude oil.


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