U.S. confirms language, culture protections won’t be subject to trade actions:LeBlanc

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LeBlanc made the announcement on social media, saying Canada looks forward to 'further constructive U.S. clarifications on their other positions which would create the possibility of a mutually beneficial trade agreement that respects Canadian sovereignty.'

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