Premier Doug Ford feels optimistic about the Canada-U.S. trading relationship following a meeting with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. He noted that the discussions have been productive and suggested that tensions are easing. Despite ongoing trade issues, including tariffs imposed by the U.S. on Canadian goods, Ford emphasized the importance of building a strong relationship, likening it to family dynamics. He announced an upcoming meeting between trade officials from both nations, indicating progress is being made amid prior conflicts and tariffs.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford left an hours-long meeting with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Canadian federal officials saying he feels more positive about the Canada-U.S. trading relationship after weeks of bad blood and heated rhetoric.
"We feel the temperature is being lowered. The temperature's coming down," Ford told reporters.
Ford said there will be another meeting next week between Canadian and American trade officials but offered no details on what they are planning to discuss.
Canada and the U.S. are in the throes of a trade war after President Donald Trump slapped tariffs on all Canadian goods.
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