Published: Feb 17, 2026, 09:00 IST | Updated: Feb 17, 2026, 09:00 IST
Canada is spearheading a new trade strategy aimed at countering US tariff pressures under President Donald Trump. Led by Mark Carney, Ottawa is working to unite the European Union and Indo-Pacific partners across five key areas, including trade, digital cooperation and WTO reforms. The move signals a major shift in global trade alignments.