Prime Minister Mark Carney said he acknowledges Donald Trump's latest comments on a Canada-U.S. trade deal. Carney stated a deal could be reached, but the recent breakdown clarified Canada's position. He indicated he is not hurrying back to negotiations.

Bloomberg reports Carney's decline to accept Trump's terms has left financial consequences to manage. The Prime Minister is now promoting Canada to global investors. He is also pushing for enhanced ties with the European Union, including a bid for associate membership.