Mark Carney says he is "ready to sit down and negotiate when the US is" on trade

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has indicated he is open to trade negotiations with the United States, according to remarks reported after he spoke with President Donald Trump. The statement comes as Washington and Ottawa seek to revive talks that collapsed in August and led both sides to raise trade barriers. White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said negotiations have gained momentum and a deal is near, while Trump said an agreement could come within months, possibly before the November 3 midterm elections. Carney stressed that any pact must benefit Canada. A US official told Bloomberg that talks continue but prospects are uncertain because Washington believes Canada has not offered enough. The dispute has affected businesses and become a political issue in battleground states.