Trudeau meets Trump in Florida as tariff threats raise trade concerns

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau arrived in Florida to meet US President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago. This visit comes after Trump threatened to impose import tariffs on Canada, raising concerns about trade relations. Trudeau's trip includes his public safety minister, Dominic LeBlanc. The meeting follows Trump's recent announcement of potential tariffs, which could impact Canada's economy significantly, as over 75% of Canadian exports go to the US. In response to Trump's threats, Canada is considering possible retaliatory tariffs. Trudeau emphasized the seriousness of Trump's statements, indicating that they may not be mere bluster.


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