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ALBERTA PREMIER’S OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON CANADA DROPPING TARIFFS ON U.S.
Canadian tariffs on U.S. goods primarily hurt Canadian citizens and businesses, just as U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods primarily hurt American citizens and businesses. That has long been and will continue to be the Government of Alberta’s position on tariffs.
That is why I support today’s decision by Prime Minister Mark Carney to remove retaliatory tariffs on CUSMA-compliant U.S. goods. This is a positive step in the ongoing trade negotiations between our two countries.
Over the course of this year, I’ve met with dozens of governors, senators, members of Congress, allies of the current administration and the President of the United States himself. I remain convinced that the path to a positive resolution with our U.S. partners lies in strong, consistent diplomacy and a commitment to working in good faith toward shared priorities, rather than angry rhetoric and retaliation.
Alberta’s diplomatic strategy has directly contributed to the vast majority of Alberta exports remaining tariff free throughout this turbulent time.
One thing remains certain however: Canada must build a stronger economy by diversifying and growing our export markets. To achieve this, the federal government must immediately repeal the Trudeau-era laws, such as the net zero power regulations, the oil and gas production cap, the tanker ban and C-69 that continue to restrict resource development and hold back our economy, costing Canada tens of millions in lost economic activity every single day.
I urge the federal government to continue negotiating to resolve the remaining tariff issues and restore a free and fair trade agreement with the United States, while diversifying and strengthening the Canadian economy by unleashing our world-class natural resource sector.
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