Trudeau defends government support of Bombardier in wake of Boeing challenge

May 4, 2017

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Thursday defended his government's support for planemaker Bombardier Inc (BBDb.TO) in the wake of a trade challenge by rival Boeing Co (BA.N), saying the aid was important.

Trudeau, speaking at a televised news conference after a Montreal meeting with Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny, said he would always defend Canadian competitiveness around the world.

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