Negotiators are close to finalizing a trade agreement that could lift Canada's boycott of US whiskey as tensions over tariffs ease.
US and Canadian trade negotiators are nearing an agreement that may end Canada's boycott of US whiskey and reduce tariffs on key Canadian exports. The deal, which could be finalized by Friday, reportedly includes cuts to US tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum from 50% to 25%.
Prime Minister Mark Carney has urged provinces to restore US alcohol to shelves as the trade deal progresses. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated the agreement would eliminate trade irritants and strengthen the North American economy. Details of the deal remain unannounced, but it is expected to cover sectors such as steel, aluminum, cars, and US alcohol.
Why it matters
Ending the boycott could ease trade tensions and allow US whiskey exports to Canada to resume.
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What to watch
Watch whether the agreement includes specific terms to resolve the whiskey boycott.
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