Trudeau meets Trump in Florida as tariff threats loom over Canada

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with President-elect Donald Trump in Florida amid Trump's threats to impose tariffs on Canadian products. Trump has proposed a 25% tax on goods from Canada and Mexico, citing concerns over drugs and migration. The dinner lasted three hours and covered various topics, including trade and border security. Trudeau emphasized the importance of dialogue to resolve tariff issues, 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 significant exports crossing the border daily.


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