Smith Rejects Oil Export Tax Amid Escalating Trade Tensions

Alberta's oil export tax has been deemed 'not a viable option' by Alberta Finance Minister Travis Smith as trade tensions between Canada and the US escalate.

The announcement comes as the Canadian government faces pressure from its southern neighbor to address concerns about the country's energy policies.

In a statement, Smith said that imposing an oil export tax would not be effective in addressing the current trade tensions. 'I think it's not a viable option,' he stated.