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Bessent on trade war with Canada: Carney ‘chose to walk away’ from a deal

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday took aim at Prime Minister Mark Carney, claiming the Canadian leader “chose to walk away” from a trade deal. “And then he started this. And it’s unfortunate that he’s not doing what’s best for the Canadian people. He’s doing best, what…

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday took aim at Prime Minister Mark Carney, claiming the Canadian leader “chose to walk away” from a trade deal. “And then he started this. And it’s unfortunate that he’s not doing what’s best for the Canadian people. He’s doing best, what…

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Why it matters

The dispute over a trade deal between the US and Canada involves notable geopolitical tension that could affect cross-border trade and credit markets, but lacks confirmed agreement changes or systemic impact at this stage.

Sources

  • The Hill Business

    Bessent on trade war with Canada: Carney ‘chose to walk away’ from a deal

    Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday took aim at Prime Minister Mark Carney, claiming the Canadian leader “chose to walk away” from a trade deal. “And then he started this. And it’s unfortunate that he’s not doing what’s best for the Canadian people. He’s doing best, what…