Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau revealed that former U.S. President Donald Trump expressed a desire to either dominate or absorb Canada, citing conversations unintentionally broadcast by a loudspeaker. Canada is taking a strategic approach to address Trump's threats of imposing tariffs on all Canadian imports.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau revealed that his assessment of former U.S. President Donald Trump 's intentions was that he desired to either dominate or outright absorb Canada . This assessment stemmed from closed-door conversations Trudeau had with Trump , inadvertently broadcast by a loudspeaker. Trudeau 's remarks, confirmed by Gil McGowan, president of the Alberta Federation of Labor, highlighted Trump 's interest in Canada 's abundant natural resources.
Trump had previously expressed his desire for Canada to become the 51st U.S. state. In response to Trump's threats to impose hefty tariffs on all Canadian imports, Trudeau emphasized the need for Canada to adopt a strategic approach. Speaking at a summit on the Canada-U.S. economic relationship, Trudeau stressed the importance of collaboration with the U.S. to avert tariffs, while simultaneously seeking to eliminate internal trade barriers and expand trade with other nations. The recent agreement between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada to delay a 25% tariff on all imports for one month provided a window of opportunity for Canada to demonstrate its commitment to border security. Canada has unveiled a $1.3 billion Canadian dollars ($900 million) border security plan that includes drones, helicopters, additional border guards, and the establishment of a joint task force. Trudeau further pledged to appoint a new fentanyl czar, serving as the primary liaison between Canada and the U.S. despite the fact that less than 1% of fentanyl and illegal immigrant crossings into the U.S. originate from Canada. Recognizing the need for a measured response, Trudeau stated that Canada must be prepared to react robustly if Trump initiates tariffs after the 30-day extension. He acknowledged the potential economic challenges posed by tariffs and promised to support Canadians through this period. Trudeau also called for genuine free trade within Canada and the strengthening of trade relationships with other countries. Candace Laing, president and CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, expressed support for the summit's focus on internal trade, trade diversification, and mitigating the impact of U.S. tariffs. She underscored the urgency for bold action to ensure businesses and communities are more resilient and less dependent on the U.S. market
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