U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has initiated renewed trade talks between Canada and the U.S., focusing on easing Section 232 tariffs on steel, aluminum, lumber, and autos. This sudden push comes ahead of the U.S. midterm elections as tariffs face pushback in key battlegrounds, with Prime Minister Mark Carney and President Donald Trump both confirming constructive discussions on a potential deal. While previous talks collapsed due to last-minute U.S. demands and disagreements over auto tariffs, both sides are working toward a resolution that could also address broader energy exports.
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