Canada considers trade concessions to avoid U.S. tariffs
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Canadian Government, U.S. Government
Canada, United States
August 6, 2026
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Canada is preparing to lift bans on U.S. alcohol and adjust dairy quotas to avoid a 50% tariff threat. Trade officials are engaged in daily meetings ahead of the August 19 deadline. Canada seeks relief from existing sectoral tariffs on steel and aluminum.
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