**[US and Canadian Leaders Express Optimism About Trade Agreement]** Golden Finance reported that on August 20, U.S. President Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Carney both expressed optimism about reaching a final tariff agreement. Meanwhile, negotiators from both countries met in Washington to continue discussions on related issues. On Wednesday, Trump stated, "We have reached an agreement with Canada," and mentioned that Canadian representatives "have proposed the conditions we must achieve," including providing greater market access for U.S. agricultural products entering the Canadian market. Trump added, "Everything is still pending final documentation." At the same time, Carney posted that the two countries are "moving toward an agreement that will strengthen Canada's advantages" and ensure "the most favorable conditions in Canada's most important strategic areas," though he did not disclose specific details.