Trudeau returns from Trump meeting without tariff assurances
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau returned home after a meeting with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, without guarantees that Trump will drop proposed tariffs on Canadian goods. Trump described the talks as "productive" but did not back down from his tariff threats. During their dinner at Mar-a-Lago, Trudeau and Trump discussed various issues, including trade, energy, and border security. Trudeau emphasized the potential negative impact of tariffs on both Canadian and American consumers, highlighting the importance of their trade relationship. The meeting follows Trump's campaign promise to impose a 25% tax on imports from Canada and Mexico. Trudeau's office stated that the leaders had a wide-ranging discussion aimed at strengthening their countries' partnership.