Carney claps back at Lutnick, says Canada will resume trade talks 'when the Americans are ready'

Prime Minister Mark Carney rejected Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s characterization of failed U.S.-Canada trade talks, stating that a mutually beneficial deal remains possible. Carney signaled willingness to resume negotiations “when the Americans are ready,” implying continued progress rather than closure. The update is likely to reduce near-term pessimism around negotiations but does not provide specific tariff or agreement terms.