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North America came within hours of a multibillion dollar trade war that was poised to hobble the economies of Mexico and Canada.
The Times journalists Ana Swanson, Matina Stevis-Gridneff and Simon Romero discuss the last-minute negotiations that headed off the crisis — for now.
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On today’s episode
Ana Swanson, who covers trade and international economics for The New York Times.
Matina Stevis-Gridneff, the Canada bureau chief for The New York Times.
Simon Romero, an international correspondent for The New York Times based in Mexico City.
Background reading
President Trump agreed to delay tariffs on Mexico and Canada for a month after both countries pledged to do more to block drugs and migrants.
What does Mr. Trump really want from Canada and Mexico?
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