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There has been 'limited progress' in Canada-U.S. trade talks: Canadian official

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Morrison, C. (2026, October 27). There has been 'limited progress' in Canada-U.S. trade talks: Canadian official. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/there-has-been-limited-progress-in-canada-u-s-trade-talks-canadian-official/article_a43f3fcd-e4d1-5c3f-a9f5-4ed1a60beb78.html

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A Canadian official reported that there has been only "limited progress" in recent trade negotiations between Canada and the United States. Prime Minister Mark Carney stated on Tuesday that talks have recently intensified, but no significant breakthroughs have been achieved. President Donald Trump and his team have indicated a possible deal could be reached before the upcoming U.S. midterm elections.

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A Canadian official reported that there has been “limited progress” in recent trade discussions between Canada and the United States, as of October 27, 2026. Prime Minister Mark Carney acknowledged on Tuesday that negotiations had become more active recently but noted the slow advancement. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump and his officials have expressed optimism about reaching a deal before the upcoming U.S. midterm elections. The talks involve ongoing efforts to resolve trade disputes between the two nations.

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A Canadian official says there has been “limited progress” made in recent trade talks with the United States.

framing: mixed · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-10-28

2026-10-28 · Toronto Star

There has been 'limited progress' in Canada-U.S. trade talks: Canadian official · mixed framing

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A Canadian official says there has been “limited progress” made in recent trade talks with the United States. asserted

official → say → States

Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday acknowledged talks had intensified slightly in recent days and President Donald Trump and his officials have suggested a deal could be possible before next week midterm elections in the United States. uncertain

deal → acknowledge → States

There has been 'limited progress' in Canada-U.S. trade talks: Canadian official

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