U.S. and Canada Rush to Narrow Trade Gaps Before August 19 Tariff Deadline

The United States and Canada are scrambling to narrow differences ahead of an August 19 deadline that could trigger new U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, including vehicles, alcohol, and dairy. Reports say negotiators are focused on auto-sector rules and a possible cut in duties on Canadian vehicles, but the two sides remain apart on key details. The talks matter because the tariffs could hit cross-border supply chains, especially in the deeply integrated North American auto industry, and affect a wide range of exporters on both sides of the border.