Canadian PM Mark Carney Condemns US Auto Tariffs, Declares End of Era in Bilateral Relations
US-Canada: Tensions between the US and Canada have escalated following US President Donald Trump's announcement of heavy tariffs on Canadian imports. The Trump administration has decided to impose a 25% tariff on all vehicles not manufactured in the US, effective April 1st. This decision poses a significant threat to Canada's auto industry.
Canadian PM Issues Warning
In response, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney issued a b condemnation of the US action. He stated, "The era of long-standing economic, security, and military ties between Canada and the United States is over." PM Carney interrupted his election campaign to return to Ottawa and hold an emergency cabinet meeting.
Preparing Retaliatory Measures Against the US
Calling the auto tariffs "unjust," the Canadian Prime Minister warned the public that this decision will permanently alter US-Canada relations. He asserted that, "regardless of any trade agreement, we will not look back." Carney also made it clear that Canada is planning retaliatory measures against this decision.
Old Ties Severed, New Strategy Underway
Mark Carney declared that Canada's traditional economic, military, and trade relationship with the United States has ended. He delivered a b message to the US, stating that Canada will now formulate a new strategy to protect its interests.
