Carney says renegotiating CUSMA likely won’t resolve all trade issues with U.S.

Palestine Peace Deal An Israeli ceasefire deal with Hamas for the Gaza Strip came into effect at noon on Friday, with the Israeli military saying troops were withdrawing to agreed-upon lines.A senior Hamas official, Khalil al-Hayya, said the deal included releasing around 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and opening the border crossing with Egypt.Despite the ceasefire announcement, Palestinians reported heavy shelling in parts of Gaza throughout Friday morning.Carney says renegotiating CUSMA likely won’t resolve all trade issues with U.S. Prime Minister Mark Carney, President Donald Trump, and Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc met at the White House on Tuesday to discuss Canada-U.S. trade relations.Canada sought these talks as ongoing U.S. tariffs continue to affect industries such as steel, auto, energy, and lumber despite an existing trade agreement.During the meeting, Trump told reporters tariffs on Canadian goods will continue, while LeBlanc pressed for tariff relief with U.S. officials.Carney indicated that the United States intends to maintain tariffs on specific industries, and cautioned that the forthcoming trade discussions are unlikely to address every outstanding concern.With formal talks on the trade agreement scheduled for next year, Canada is actively pursuing temporary arrangements in the meantime.Trump Signs $6.1B Arctic Icebreaker Deal with Finland The White House will sign a memorandum of understanding with Finland to acquire four Arctic Security Cutters from Finnish shipyards, as confirmed by officials from both countries.This deal, valued at $6.1 billion, allows for the construction of seven additional cutters in the U.S.President Trump emphasized the importance of these icebreakers for national security in the Arctic.Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that this agreement strengthens both countries' cooperation and is crucial for Finland's economy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/policy-and-rights--3339563/support.