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The conversation swiftly pivoted to the contentious subject of tariffs, particularly the proposed 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods unleashing a wave of concern between the two nations. The Ambassador recounted how the Prime Minister reached out to Trump immediately following his social media tariff announcement, leading to the subsequent dinner invitation at Mar-a-Lago. This meeting, while social, served as a platform to address substantive economic issues vital for both countries.