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flag Canada's new U.S. ambassador, Mark Wiseman, presented credentials to President Trump on Feb. 17, 2026, signaling a business-focused diplomatic shift amid trade tensions.

flag Canada appointed Mark Wiseman, a former investment banker and pension fund manager, as its new ambassador to the U.S., presenting his credentials to President Trump on February 17, 2026. flag His appointment marks a shift toward a business-oriented diplomatic approach amid rising tensions over trade, tariffs, and the upcoming review of the CUSMA agreement. flag Wiseman, a close associate of Prime Minister Mark Carney, brings deep U.S. financial experience and is expected to strengthen ties with key Trump administration officials and Republican lawmakers. flag He will work alongside trade chief Janice Charette in navigating a challenging bilateral landscape defined by protectionist policies and political uncertainty.

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