Brian Mulroney remembered as a 'giant' and trailblazer in driving free trade
Brian Mulroney, Canada's 18th prime minister, is remembered by those who worked with his government for his ability to foster personal relationships and help seal a free trade deal with the U.S.
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![Prime Minister Brian Mulroney is all smiles before signing the proposed Free Trade Agreement between Canada and the United States, on Jan. 2, 1988. A man smiles with a Canadian flag hanging in the background.](https://i.cbc.ca/1.4920972.1709380244!/cpImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/brian-mulroney-prepares-to-sign-free-trade-deal.jpg)
Brian Mulroney, Canada's 18th prime minister, is remembered by those who worked with his government for his ability to foster personal relationships and help seal a free trade deal with the U.S.