Carney Defends Canada’s Approach to US Talks Amid ‘Tough’ Negotiations

Prime Minister Mark Carney greets U.S. President Donald Trump during an arrival ceremony at the G7 Summit at the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge in Kananaskis, Alberta, on June 16, 2025. Brendan Smialowski/AFP

As a trade deal with the United States remains elusive, Prime Minister Mark Carney defended his government’s efforts and noted that negotiations are difficult.

Carney has come under fire from opposition party leaders for winning an election campaign on the promise of not backing down before U.S. President Donald Trump, but now facing a scenario where U.S. tariffs against Canada could remain in place even if a deal is reached.