A senior government official has strongly rejected allegations that Canada was the first to impose trade restrictions in a growing dispute with the United States, insisting instead that Washington took the initial steps. The response comes amid escalating tensions over trade policies, with both sides accusing each other of unfair practices. The official’s statement underscores Canada’s stance that it has acted in defense of its economic interests rather than as an aggressor. The exchange highlights the broader challenges of navigating bilateral trade relations under mounting political pressure.
Prime Minister Mark Carney dismissed the claim, noting that it was the that US initiated trade actions against Canada.
