US and Canada say they are close to final trade deal
The United States and Canada have signalled that they were close to finalising a comprehensive trade deal, after US President Donald Trump paused implementing a new round of crippling tariffs.
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- RTÉ News
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- 19 Aug 2026, 02:31 UTC
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The United States and Canada have signalled that they were close to finalising a comprehensive trade deal, after US President Donald Trump paused implementing a new round of crippling tariffs.
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US and Canada say they are close to final trade deal
The United States and Canada have signalled that they were close to finalising a comprehensive trade deal, after US President Donald Trump paused implementing a new round of crippling tariffs.
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Trump announces pause on 50% tariffs on Canadian goods
US President Donald Trump paused the planned rollout of punishing new tariffs on Canadian goods, as both sides indicated they were close to a broader trade agreement after weeks of talks.
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