Politics and Government Politics and Government
Sun, January 19, 2025

The biggest name in Canada's race to replace Justin Trudeau: Donald Trump


Published on 2025-01-19 05:20:40 - Politico
  Print publication without navigation

  • OTTAWA
  • The race to replace Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is dominated by one name: Donald Trump. How to wrestle with the incoming president and his tariff threats has emerged as the defining question in the Liberal Party leadership contest.

The article from Politico discusses the potential political and economic strategies Canada might employ if Donald Trump were to win the 2024 U.S. presidential election and impose tariffs on Canadian goods. It highlights the concerns of Canadian Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland and former U.S. Trade Representative Bill Reinsch about the implications of Trump's previous trade policies, particularly the threat of a 10 percent tariff on all imports. Freeland, who has experience dealing with Trump's administration, is seen as a key figure in navigating these potential challenges due to her understanding of Trump's negotiation tactics. The article suggests that Canada might need to prepare for aggressive trade negotiations, possibly involving retaliatory measures or seeking exemptions from U.S. tariffs. It also mentions the broader context of Canada's economic relationship with the U.S., emphasizing the need for Canada to strengthen its position in trade talks by potentially aligning with other nations or using international trade rules to its advantage.

Read the Full Politico Article at:
[ https://www.politico.com/news/2025/01/18/freeland-carney-trudeau-replacement-trump-tariffs-00199160 ]
Contributing Sources