Canada and U.S. near trade deal to reduce tariffs
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Dominic LeBlanc, Jamieson Greer
Washington, D.C., USA
August 2026
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Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc held extensive talks with U.S. officials to finalize a deal. The agreement aims to lower tariffs on Canadian steel, aluminum, and vehicles. Canada is expected to lift restrictions on U.S. alcohol and government procurement in return.
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