Keystone XL pipeline revival hinted as tariff freeze announced

In the same statement that postponed the tariff, President Trump signalled that the controversial Keystone XL oil pipeline could be resurrected. He suggested the project might "come out of the grave," though he did not link the pipeline's future directly to the trade agreement.

Keystone XL was designed to transport crude oil from Alberta to refineries in the United States. The project was cancelled in 2021 after President Joe Biden withdrew its permit. Trump has long championed the pipeline as a means to boost energy security and create jobs.

The renewed attention to Keystone XL adds another layer to the evolving US‑Canada relationship, as both nations weigh economic benefits against environmental concerns.