Trump and Carney Agree to Post-Election Talks as US-Canada Trade Tensions Intensify

In their first call, the leaders discussed future negotiations for a new bilateral framework while Canada prepares retaliatory tariffs against US trade measures.

President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held their first conversation, described as 'extremely productive,' agreeing to meet after Canada’s April 28 election to negotiate a new economic and security framework.
US tariffs on Canadian auto imports, set to take effect on April 2, threaten Canada’s auto industry, prompting Carney to announce retaliatory trade measures to protect Canadian workers.
Carney declared that the 'old relationship' with the United States is over, emphasizing the need for Canada to diversify its trade partnerships and reduce reliance on the US economy.
Trump’s tone toward Carney marked a departure from his previous antagonism toward former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, with Trump referring to Carney by his correct title and signaling openness to cooperation.
The Canadian election, framed as a referendum on sovereignty and economic resilience, sees Carney’s Liberal Party gaining momentum in polls, reversing earlier trends favoring the Conservatives.