LONDON—British Prime Minister Theresa May warned Thursday of growing protectionism in the global economy, slamming plane maker Boeing for its role in the U.S. government proposal to impose a massive tariff that could cost thousands of jobs in Northern Ireland. Addressing a conference organized by the Bank of England, May mounted a strong defence of free trade and insisted that her government would push for free trade after Britain leaves the European Union in March 2019. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reacted to the news on his way into a caucus meeting Wednesday. May said she was working with the Canadian government and leaders in Norther Ireland to “impress” on the U.S. government the importance of Bombardier to Northern Ireland. The final decision on whether the tariff will be imposed will be made by the International Trade Center.

Source: thestar September 28, 2017 14:03 UTC