US President Donald Trump has declared the termination of ongoing trade negotiations with Canada, marking a significant downturn in bilateral economic relations. Citing a lack of progress and what he termed as “unfair treatment of American interests,” Trump announced the decision during a press briefing at the White House.
The abrupt end to the talks comes amid a broader shift in the US administration’s foreign economic policy, which increasingly favors unilateralism and domestic prioritization over multilateral trade engagements. While specific details of the disagreements were not publicly disclosed, insiders report growing tensions over agricultural tariffs, energy exports, and labor mobility.
Trump’s statement is expected to further strain relations with Ottawa, which has been pursuing a balanced approach between engaging with the US and diversifying its trade partners post-pandemic. Canadian officials have not yet formally responded but are reportedly weighing the economic impact of the stalled negotiations.
Analysts say the move could disrupt several joint trade frameworks and raise concerns among North American investors, especially at a time of global economic uncertainty.
