Carney Says He’ll Intensify Trade Talks With Trump as Most Premiers Pledge to Keep US Alcohol Bans

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he and U.S. President Donald Trump agreed to intensify trade negotiations after Trump’s threatened 50% tariffs on a wide range of Canadian imports. Carney warned he would consider all options if the tariffs proceed, naming the push for a comprehensive agreement as the immediate goal. He also said provinces should only lift bans on U.S. alcohol as part of a broader trade deal. Most premiers echoed that stance, while Ontario, Alberta and others called for a reciprocal response or defended current restrictions.