Canadian envoy to US says discussions on USMCA have been productive
Mark Wiseman said renewal talks are calm and urged quick action on Section 232 tariffs on steel, aluminum and autos.
- On Monday, Canada's Ambassador to the United States Mark Wiseman addressed business leaders at the Canadian Club Toronto, aiming to reduce anxiety surrounding the upcoming July 1 renewal period for CUSMA.
- Wiseman told the crowd to "take a deep breath" regarding the trade pact, reminding attendees the current agreement remains in effect for 10 years, with parties deciding whether to extend expiration until 2042.
- Although President Donald Trump has frequently mused about abandoning the deal, Wiseman noted that the United States could have triggered the six-month exit clause at any point, not just after July 1.
- Reassuring the audience, Ambassador Wiseman stated "it's all going to be OK" regarding the upcoming renewal, emphasizing that focus should remain on long-term stability rather than immediate deadlines.
- While the renewal appears manageable, Wiseman emphasized that Canada must still urgently resolve President Donald Trump's Section 232 tariffs, which continue to target Canadian steel, aluminum, and automotive sectors.
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