Summary
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that he stands by his comments from a recent speech, despite suggestions that he retracted them during a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump. The call followed Carney's speech in Davos, where he criticized major global powers, and Trump later responded by discussing trade and diplomatic issues with Carney. Carney emphasized that Canada is adapting to U.S. trade policy changes and denied that Canada is negotiating a free-trade deal with China.
Key Facts
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney made a speech in Davos critical of major global powers, reportedly hinting at the U.S.
- U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claimed Carney retracted his statements during a call with President Trump.
- Carney denied retracting his statements, asserting that he stood by his remarks.
- The conversation between Carney and Trump covered topics like trade agreements and Arctic security.
- Carney highlighted that Canada is adapting to changes in U.S. trade policies under President Trump.
- U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent criticized Canada's trade actions with China.
- President Trump threatened Canada with tariffs if it allows Chinese goods to bypass U.S. tariffs.
- Carney stated Canada is not seeking a free-trade deal with China and viewed Trump's threats as a negotiation tactic related to the USMCA.
