The Big Story Carney vs. Trump - what's next?
May 8, 2025
Colin Robertson, a former Canadian diplomat and key player in negotiating historic trade deals like NAFTA, joins the discussion to unpack the recent meeting between Prime Minister Mark Carney and President Trump. They explore the tense moments over trade and sovereignty, and how Carney's visit signals a complex evolution in U.S.-Canada relations. Robertson highlights the importance of shoring up Canada's economy to face future challenges and the ongoing need for careful diplomatic navigation in reshaping trade agreements.
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Carney's Tough Oval Office Debut
- Mark Carney faced a challenging first meeting with Donald Trump in the Oval Office.
- Despite tension, Carney managed the encounter well amid Trump's unpredictable style.
Multiple Tracks from Trump-Carney Talks
- The Trump-Carney meeting set up multiple negotiation tracks including defense, security, and trade.
- Tariffs remain but processes on fentanyl tariffs and economic framework discussions are underway.
Negotiation Timing and Partners Unclear
- Formal trade negotiations with the U.S. may not have started but discussions are expected soon.
- Negotiations could proceed bilaterally with the U.S. or trilaterally with Mexico included.