Carney says trade talks with Trump will intensify after tariff threat

Prime Minister Mark Carney said he spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump after Washington announced new tariffs on Canadian exports, and that both sides agreed to step up trade talks in the coming weeks. Carney said the discussions will begin immediately, but he did not detail how Canada might respond if the tariffs take effect. He said the federal government will also consult with provincial premiers on possible options. The U.S. move includes a 50% tariff on a wide range of Canadian exports, with the White House saying the action responds to Canadian trade measures affecting U.S. vehicles, dairy and alcohol. Carney has said Canada is seeking a broader trade deal rather than resolving disputes on one sector at a time. The issue has also drawn reactions from provincial leaders, including differing views on whether bans on U.S. alcohol should remain in place. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said talks remain ongoing.