The Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, firmly referred to the suggestion of the US President Donald Trump regarding the possible connection of Canada to the United States. During the meeting, he emphasized that his country would never be for sale, and the chance lies in cooperation and joint development.
Canada Prime Minister explained that his statement reflects the position of the inhabitants of the country with whom he talked during the election campaign. In turn, the American president, despite the declaration of the lack of intention to discuss this issue, presented his idea of the benefits of merging countries.
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“I think that Canada citizens would have great benefits, for example, lower taxes, a free army, which, to be honest, we give you anyway, because we protect Canada” – said Donald Trump, adding that after joint activities, countries could be a” beautiful formation “.
During conversations However, Donald Trump ruled out the reduction of customs duties on Canadian productsclaiming that he has no intention of giving up protective tariffs for neighbor's goods. He also suggested the need to renegotiate the USMCA trade agreementwhich provides for renewal of free trade treaties next year.
Current customs rates are up to 25 percent. for some Canadian products, including steel, aluminum and cars. Washington accuses Canada of $ 200 billion in the amount of $ 200 billion of $ 200 billion, which is confirmed by retaliation duties imposed by Canada.
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Mark Carney, toning tensions, suggested that duties reduces require more political will and time to talk. “It requires some time and discussion, that's why we're here” – said the prime minister, reminding that Canada is the main trading partner of the USAand half of the cars in this country are produced on the American market.
Despite the differences, Donald Trump expressed appreciation for the prime minister and Canadian society, declaring that relations between countries remain invariably friendly. “Canada is a very special place for me” – assured the US president.
