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Trump's tariff threat is testing both Justin Trudeau and Pierre Poilievre


Published on 2024-12-03 10:01:15 - Brian Stokes, N@N
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  • The singular nature of the U.S. president-elect is now testing both Justin Trudeau and Pierre Poilievre, who are responding in their own particular ways.

The article from MSN discusses how former U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to impose a 10% tariff on all imports if he wins the 2024 election is putting pressure on Canadian political leaders, particularly Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre. This tariff proposal, aimed at protecting American industries, could significantly impact Canada, given its close economic ties with the U.S. Trudeau has responded by emphasizing the importance of free trade and the potential negative repercussions on both economies. Meanwhile, Poilievre, who has been critical of Trudeau's handling of U.S. relations, faces a challenge in navigating his party's stance on this issue, balancing between appealing to his voter base and maintaining a constructive dialogue with the U.S. The situation tests both leaders' diplomatic skills and their ability to safeguard Canadian economic interests amidst potential protectionist policies from the U.S.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-ca/politics/government/trump-s-tariff-threat-is-testing-both-justin-trudeau-and-pierre-poilievre/ar-AA1vb3oR ]
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