Trudeau expects Canada and US to be in trade war for ‘foreseeable future’

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Adrian Wyld /The Canadian Press via AP)

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said he expects Canada and the US to be in a trade war for the foreseeable future after having what he called a colourful but constructive call with US President Donald Trump this week.

Mr Trudeau said the two sides discussed tariffs, and that they are “actively engaged in ongoing conversations in trying to make sure these tariffs don’t overly harm” certain sectors and workers.