US President Donald Trump claimed Friday that he had a “extremely productive” first discussion with Canada’s new Prime Minister Mark Carney, despite rising tensions over tariffs and Trump’s desire to conquer his northern neighbor, Firstpost reported.

Trump added that the two planned to meet shortly after Canada's general election on April 28, where Carney, who took office two weeks ago, has made opposing the US president a key component of his campaign.The call marked their first communication since Carney was elected leader of Canada's ruling Liberals on March 9, according to the Firstpost.

Carney believes Trump's proposal of tariffs is a betrayal of a once-close economic and security partnership.
Trump has also warned Canada against working with the European Union against US reciprocal tariffs that he is expected to announce soon.