Trudeau meets Trump in Florida to discuss tariffs and trade relations

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago after Trump threatened to impose significant tariffs on Canada and Mexico. Trudeau described the conversation as "excellent," but it remains unclear if it eased Trump's concerns. The three-hour dinner covered various topics, including trade, border security, and defense. Trudeau emphasized the potential negative impact of tariffs on both Canadian and American consumers, highlighting the importance of their trade relationship. Trudeau's visit follows Trump's tariff threats, which could disrupt the North American trade agreement. Canada is a major trade partner for the U.S., with significant daily goods exchanges and critical resource supplies.


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