Mark Carney appointed financier Mark Wiseman as Canada’s next ambassador to the U.S. to navigate crucial trade negotiations. Wiseman, 55, brings significant experience from managing investment funds and BlackRock. He replaces Kirsten Hillman and will tackle the review of the USMCA trade pact in 2026, a deal negotiated by Trump during his first term.

Wiseman’s appointment comes amid tense U.S.-Canada relations. Despite lacking diplomatic experience, his business background aligns with trade priorities. In 2019, Trump cut off tariff talks with Carney after Ontario’s antitariff ad. Canada is vital to the U.S. economy, with $3.6 billion Canadian in daily trade, 60% of U.S. crude oil imports, and key metal supplies for national security.

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