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Apology to Trump: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney apologized to President Donald Trump for an Ontario government ad that criticized tariffs, which led to Trump halting trade negotiations with Canada.
Content of the Ad: The ad featured edited remarks from former President Ronald Reagan, who expressed skepticism about tariffs, but omitted parts of his speech that emphasized a commitment to fair trade.
Impact on Trade Relations: Following the ad's airing, Trump announced a 10% increase in tariffs on Canadian goods and terminated trade negotiations, citing misrepresentation of Reagan's views.
Pause on the Ad: Ontario Premier Doug Ford decided to pause the ad to allow trade talks to resume, and Carney communicated his desire to halt the ad during a dinner with Trump in South Korea.
