Top Stories· August 18, 2026 at 02:28 p.m.
Last-minute US-Canada talks aim to prevent 50% tariffs
Key takeaways
- US and Canada hold urgent talks to prevent proposed 50% tariffs on Canadian aluminum and steel imports
- Tariffs could harm economic relations and lead to job losses
- Negotiations ongoing; both sides express desire to reach a resolution
The United States and Canada held urgent negotiations on Monday in an attempt to halt President Trump's proposed 50% tariffs on Canadian aluminum and steel imports. The discussions, which took place at the White House, followed a decision by the US Commerce Department to impose these tariffs, citing national security concerns.