WHITEHORSE — Yukon Premier Ranj Pillai says he met with elected representatives from Alaska to discuss the importance of working together and the impact of possible tariffs on both counties. A statement from Pillai says he met with Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski and House Representative Nick Begich as part of a trip to Washington, D.C., […]
Yukon Premier Ranj Pillai led a delegation of 13 Canadian premiers to Washington, D.C., to address U.S. tariff threats on Canadian goods and energy. During the trip, Pillai met with Alaska representatives to discuss the potential impact of tariffs and participated in a panel at the Wilson Center, emphasizing Arctic security, critical minerals, and Indigenous-led initiatives. Pillai expressed optimism about resolving the issue through constructive dialogue, highlighting the mutual economic benefits of U.S.-Canada partnership.
