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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that the United States has extended its pause on 50 per cent tariffs against Canadian goods until August 21, allowing negotiators additional time to finalise a bilateral trade agreement.
Canada has inaugurated the Gordie Howe International Bridge in a ceremony excluding US officials, marking a stark diplomatic rift as trade tensions between the neighbours intensify over tariff disputes.
Canada and the United States have pledged to intensify trade negotiations following US President Donald Trump's announcement of additional 50% tariffs on select Canadian products, effective August 19.