Minister LeBlanc Says He’s ‘Reassured’ by Talk With Trump Trade Official Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc spoke with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and was reassured that U.S. officials understand Canada is not seeking a free trade agreement with China. LeBlanc confirmed Canada’s commitment to the USMCA, which prevents entering free trade discussions with non-market economies. He clarified that Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to China was not for free trade negotiations but related to a “narrow” trade agreement addressing specific sectors impacted by recent tariffs, a situation LeBlanc noted is similar to U.S. agreements made with China.

• Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc discussed trade with China with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.
• LeBlanc stated he was reassured that U.S. officials understand Canada is not pursuing a free trade agreement with China.
• Canada is committed to the USMCA’s stipulation against free trade talks with non-market economies.
• Prime Minister Mark Carney’s China visit was not for free trade discussions.
• Canada has a “narrow” trade agreement with China covering specific sectors affected by tariffs, similar to U.S. agreements.