New Delhi, April 27 -- US President Donald Trump suggested Canada should become the United States' 51st state during his first call with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Carney confirmed this week.

The phone conversation took place on March 28, amid escalating tensions as the US prepared to impose 25% tariffs on Canadian imports. Trump described the call at the time as "extremely productive," while Carney characterized it as "cordial" and "positive."

According to two sources familiar with the conversation, New York Post stated, Trump touted the "benefits" of Canada joining the United States.

Carney responded diplomatically, telling Trump, "Let's agree to disagree on that one," before the leaders moved on to discuss trade issues.

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