Opening Of Bridge Connecting The U.S. And Canada Delayed

The $4.7 billion bridge would have connected Detroit and Windsor, Ontario. A ribbon cutting ceremony for the Gordie Howe International Bridge.

The U.S. and Canada have decided to delay the opening of a new bridge that would have connected the two countries.

The $4.7 billion bridge would have connected Detroit and Windsor, Ontario. A ribbon cutting ceremony for the Gordie Howe International Bridge had been planned for Friday.

However, earlier this year, President Trump threatened to block the crossing. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada agreed to delay the opening at the request of the Trump administration.

“Canada and the United States have agreed to delay the opening of the bridge, ​taking the necessary time to resolve any outstanding issues,” bridge authorities said.

In February, Trump ​cited Canada’s refusal to stock some U.S. alcoholic beverages on ​Canadian store shelves as for why he might not allow the bridge to open. He also cited Canada’s tariffs on dairy products ‌and its trade talks with China. However, the White House has not commented on the final decision.