In a high-stakes meeting on Tuesday, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and US President Donald Trump convened in Washington to address pressing trade and security issues. Among the key topics discussed was the potential revival of the Keystone XL pipeline, a contentious project that would transport oil from Alberta, Canada, to Nebraska, USA. Sources close to the discussions revealed that Carney brought up the pipeline during broader talks on US tariffs imposed on Canadian steel and aluminium, to which Trump reportedly responded positively. The Keystone XL pipeline, initially approved in 2010, has faced significant opposition, including vetoes by both the Obama and Biden administrations due to environmental concerns. Trump, however, has consistently expressed support for the project, reiterating his stance as recently as February. Despite this, TC Energy, the company behind the pipeline, has stated it has ‘moved on’ from the project after losing billions, including a C$1.5 billion investment from the Alberta government. The discussions between Carney and Trump were described as preliminary, with both leaders directing their teams to continue negotiations in the coming days. In a statement, Carney emphasized the focus on ‘key priorities in trade and defence,’ highlighting opportunities for progress in steel, aluminium, and energy trade. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith welcomed the talks, advocating for Alberta oil as a cornerstone in renegotiating the USMCA trade agreement. However, the project faces opposition from environmentalists, indigenous groups, and political leaders like British Columbia Premier David Eby and Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet, who criticize its environmental impact.