Carney says Canada not pursuing free-trade deal with China amid Trump tariff threats

Prime Minister Mark Carney stated Canada will not pursue a free-trade deal with China, responding to President Trump's threat of a 100% tariff on Canadian goods. Carney explained that a recent deal with China serves to address existing issues, describing it as "back to the future" regarding electric vehicles.

He affirmed that Canada respects its commitments under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (CUSMA). Trump later criticized Carney’s actions, claiming that Canada could become a “Drop Off Port” for Chinese goods. Carney reassured that any impact from U.S. tariffs would primarily affect American affordability, not Canadian.