WASHINGTON—U.S. President Donald Trump hosted Canada’s new prime minister, Mark Carney, at the White House on Tuesday for high-stakes talks focused on trade and security.
The meeting came amid heightened tensions between the two allies, following Trump’s imposition of steep tariffs on Canadian products and ongoing remarks suggesting that Canada should become the 51st U.S. state.
It marked the first meeting between the two leaders since Carney’s Liberal Party secured victory in Canada’s April 28 federal election.
Trump congratulated Carney for his election victory, stating: “That was a great election. We were watching it with interest, and I think Canada chose a very talented person, very good person….
Trump Hosts New Canadian Prime Minister Carney Amid Trade Tensions
