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Trudeau Promises Tougher Border Controls at Mar-a-Lago to Avert Trump's Tariff Threats

Dec 1, 2024, 09:07 PM

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced plans to enhance border security in response to threats of tariffs from U.S. President Donald Trump. Following a dinner meeting at Mar-a-Lago, Trudeau committed to implementing tougher border controls, which include increased enforcement measures, as confirmed by top Canadian officials. This move aims to avert potential tariffs on Canadian imports into the United States. The discussions between the two leaders were described as productive, with no immediate indication that tariffs would still be imposed.