A little peek into the Carney

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump held a brief, informal discussion at the G7 summit regarding trade irritants, specifically a deal involving Chinese electric vehicles. The exchange suggests that diplomatic channels remain open despite previous tensions over trade agreements.
Why it matters
The interaction provides insight into the delicate state of US-Canada trade relations and the personal diplomacy required to manage the USMCA framework.
Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump speak at the G7 working luncheon, June 16. Christopher Katsarov/The Canadian Press
The article analyzes diplomatic body language and tone while acknowledging the mercurial nature of the leaders involved.
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