While the G7 summit got underway in Alberta, Canada, Northeastern governors and eastern Canadian premiers converged on Boston Monday to take up trade wars and other issues that threaten to divide them. The summit focused on building alliances through shared resources and partnerships.
The trade war between Canada and the U.S. was top of mind. Maine Governor Janet Mills said tariffs on Canadian goods are taking a toll in Maine.
“Tariffs in general are already affecting our very important craft brewing industry. In Maine, 176 craft brewers depend on aluminum and other packaging that come from Canada,” Mills said.
Northeast governors also reported that tourism numbers are down 20% to 60% in the wake of President Trump’s suggestion that Canada become the 51st state.