G7 Summit in Canada Highlights Trade Tensions Over Trump’s Tariffs
World leaders at the Group of Seven summit in Canada are focusing on persuading U.S. President Donald Trump to ease his escalating trade war, a situation that threatens to destabilize the global economy.
Trump arrived in Kananaskis, Alberta, announcing trade as the “primary focus” of the meeting. Numerous G7 members—Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the UK—are currently subject to his 10% baseline tariffs, with additional levies on steel, aluminum, and cars. These tariffs have disrupted longstanding trade ties and spurred broad economic concern
Canada is seeking relief from Trump’s tariffs while exploring a bilateral deal; Canadian PM Mark Carney has led a charm offensive amid fears of adverse economic impact
With fewer than three weeks remaining on the temporary pause of reciprocal tariffs, key nations like the EU and Japan are racing against the July deadline to secure agreements
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he and counterparts from France and Italy plan to press Trump directly for meaningful progress
Aside from trade, leaders are addressing growing tensions between Israel and Iran without U.S. consensus. Trump declined to sign calls for regional de-escalation, contrasting with European insistence on diplomacy.
With input from Al Jazeera
