Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said Tuesday he wants a trade agreement with the United States to avoid a potentially damaging trade war.

The statement comes as concerns grow over the economic impact of U.S. tariffs. Because Saskatchewan relies heavily on exports to the U.S., a breakdown in trade relations could destabilize the provincial economy and broader Canadian markets.

Moe questioned the strategy of escalating tensions with a primary economic ally. "Why would you want a fight with your largest trading partner?" Moe said.

The Premier emphasized the need for a formal framework to protect the interests of Saskatchewan's producers, and businesses. He said that a trade war would harm the national economy and create unnecessary instability for workers and industries.

"I want a trade agreement with the United States," Moe said.

By advocating for a negotiated settlement, Moe is signaling a preference for diplomatic and economic cooperation over retaliatory measures. The push for a formal agreement aims to provide certainty for trade flows and mitigate the risks associated with fluctuating tariff policies.

“"Why would you want a fight with your largest trading partner?"”

This position reflects the high vulnerability of resource-dependent provinces to U.S. trade policy. By publicly questioning the utility of a trade war, Moe is urging the federal government to prioritize a stable, negotiated trade relationship over political confrontation to safeguard provincial economic stability.