US EditionQuebec premier meets U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Washington D.C.
Fréchette said Quebec needs a stable accord as U.S. tariffs have hit aluminum, steel and lumber exports, and 73.5% of its exports go to the United States.
- On Monday, Premier Christine Fréchette held a surprise hour-long meeting in Washington with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, ahead of Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement renewal talks set for July 1.
- Quebec's economy faces severe pressure from 50 per cent U.S. tariffs on aluminum and steel, plus 45 per cent on lumber; in 2024, 73.5 per cent of Quebec's exports valued at $91.2 billion went to the U.S.
- Fréchette emphasized that CUSMA renewal must not harm Quebec industries or the protection of French, calling Quebec a 'key economic motor' for American states while meeting Canadian Ambassador Mark Wiseman.
- The U.S. reportedly demands concessions on supply management as a precondition for negotiations, while Greer has criticized Canada for diversifying trade partners, citing concerns over expanding ties with Europe.
- This rare provincial engagement reflects a proactive strategy ahead of the July 1 deadline, as Fréchette aims to influence upcoming negotiations to mitigate trade barriers affecting Quebec industries.
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WASHINGTON, April 27, 2026 /CNW/ - On an official mission to the U.S. capital on April 26 and 27, Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette held numerous high-level meetings with key representatives of the U.S. administration…
Quebec Premier Meets US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Washington DC
Quebec’s premier met today in Washington D.C. with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, an influential member of President Donald Trump’s cabinet. Christine Fréchette met Greer ahead of negotiations between Canada, the U.S. and Mexico on the continental free-trade pact, scheduled to begin July 1. Fréchette’s office did not release details yet from the meeting with Greer, a former U.S. air force lawyer who was chief of staff to Trump’s first…
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Quebec premier meets U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Washington D.C.
WASHINGTON - Quebec's premier met today in Washington D.C. with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, an influential member of President Donald Trump’s cabinet.
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