A Canadian government source directly familiar with trade negotiations with the United States said on Thursday that talks were progressing well and Washington also wanted an agreement before a new U.S. tariff deadline on Aug. 19.
U.S. President Donald Trump has said he would impose new 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian imports from Aug. 19, including goods that would otherwise qualify for an exemption under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada free trade agreement.
Canada government source says US also keen on trade deal before Aug 19 deadline
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