Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that more intense trade negotiations with the United States have started. The talks followed a phone call between Carney and President Donald Trump last weekend. Carney described the discussions as more intense than previous ones. The negotiations come amid ongoing trade tensions between Canada and the U.S. The focus of the talks is not yet specified. Carney emphasized the importance of reaching a mutually beneficial agreement. The U.S. Has been pushing for trade reforms in recent months. Canada has been cautious about making major concessions. The negotiations are expected to continue in the coming weeks. The outcome could impact economic relations between the two countries. This is the latest development in the ongoing trade dialogue. The situation remains under close watch by both governments.