Trump says trade deal with Canada is 'achievable' within days, weeks

WASHINGTON

President Donald Trump said Monday that an agreement to end months of trade disputes brought on by his decision to impose tariffs on Canada is "achievable" as he prepared to meet with the leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) nations.

Trump said the neighbors are currently divided over which "concept" to adopt to end the trade dispute, and added that US and Canadian delegations would attempt to "get to the bottom of it today."

"I'm a tariff person. I've always been a tariff person. It's simple, it's easy, it's precise, and it just goes very quickly. And I think Mark has a more complex idea, but also very good," Trump told reporters in Canada where he was being hosted by Canadian Premier Mark Carney on the summit's sidelines. "It's achievable. Both parties have to agree."

The G7 summit has largely been overshadowed by Trump's decision to impose sweeping tariffs on countries worldwide, including those whose leaders are participating in the three-day summit in Canada.

Trump was asked if it would be possible to reach a deal with Canada, in particular, within days or weeks, to which he responded affirmatively.

Trump has raised tariffs on imports of steel and aluminum to 50%, as well as a 25% levy on goods that do not fall under the US-Canada-Mexico free trade deal he brokered during his first term.