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diplomacyAug 18, 2026

The Latest: Last-minute talks seek to stop US tariffs on Canadian goods

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The Latest: Last-minute talks seek to stop US tariffs on Canadian goods

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  • currentsapi(Mixed)By The Associated Press

    Relations between the U.S. and Canada could deteriorate further at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday if Trump goes ahead with his plan to impose 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products. The two countries are seeking a truce on the new taxes as the deadline approaches.

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