OTTAWA — Dominic LeBlanc, Canada’s trade minister, stated he expects Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump to engage in discussions in the coming days. This comes as the United States intensifies its stance in ongoing trade negotiations.

LeBlanc made his comments during an appearance on CBS’s "Face the Nation" on Sunday. He expressed Canada’s disappointment regarding Trump’s recent decision to impose a 35-percent tariff on certain goods. Despite this setback, LeBlanc emphasized that he is committed to working towards a resolution that would eliminate trade barriers between the two nations.

Last week, LeBlanc was in Washington, D.C., seeking to establish common ground with the Trump administration. This effort was crucial as a deadline looms for finalizing a new trade agreement. While Mexico received a 90-day extension on new tariffs, Canada faced immediate repercussions. On Friday, Trump announced a 35-percent tariff on all goods that do not comply with the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement.

In addition to these tariffs, Canada is also contending with U.S. tariffs on steel, aluminum, and automobiles. Furthermore, Trump has introduced a new 50-percent tariff on semi-finished copper products.

LeBlanc’s remarks highlight the ongoing tensions and complexities in the trade relationship between Canada and the United States.