Conservative MP Jamil Jivani has expressed a positive outlook regarding Canada's position with the United States after a recent trip to Washington, D.C., where he met with senior officials of the Trump administration. During his visit, Jivani engaged in discussions with influential figures including Vice-President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. These meetings were focused on the future of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) and highlighted Jivani's readiness to support Prime Minister Mark Carney's government in navigating this essential trade relationship.

Jivani's meetings also extended to key senators from states critical to Canada-U.S. trade, including Wisconsin, Montana, and Ohio, as well as major industry stakeholders such as General Motors and the National Association of Manufacturers. His interactions emphasize the significance of bipartisan support in fostering a collaborative environment conducive to addressing trade issues. This engagement illustrates Jivani's belief in the potential for productive diplomacy driven by pragmatism rather than emotional responses to challenges in trade relations.

In the context of the upcoming review of CUSMA, Jivani's perspective underscores the importance of positive interactions with U.S. officials and suggests that there is considerable goodwill towards Canada from the current administration. His discussions with Minister Dominic LeBlanc indicate a proactive approach to ensure that Canadian interests are well represented as trade negotiations evolve, reflecting an overarching desire to maintain strong economic ties between Canada and the United States amidst the complexities of international trade politics.