Prime Minister Mark Carney, after a meeting with Canada’s political leaders, downplayed the chances of success in talks aimed at reaching a trade deal with President Trump.

Politicians and industry leaders have long pushed to remove barriers to interprovincial trade. Trump’s tariffs are giving the effort new momentum.

U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that trade talks with Canada are not currently a priority for his administration, suggesting he may opt to maintain existing tariffs rather than pursue a new agreement.