White House Confirms Immediate Resumption of Negotiations
The United States will immediately restart trade negotiations with Canada, according to White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett. The decision follows Canada’s recent repeal of the Digital Services Tax, which had primarily targeted major U.S. tech firms.
Trump’s Direct Intervention Led to Policy Shift
In an interview with Fox News on Monday, Hassett confirmed that President Donald Trump had personally urged Canada to drop the tax during the recent G7 summit held in Canada.
“They studied it and agreed. That definitely means we can return to the negotiating table,” Hassett stated.
A Win for U.S. Tech and Trade Diplomacy
The digital tax had been a key point of contention in U.S.-Canada trade relations. Its repeal is seen as a positive development for U.S. technology giants and a step forward in revitalizing bilateral economic cooperation.
Observers suggest this move could accelerate progress on broader trade agreements between the two nations.
