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U.S. President Donald Trump looks on as he signs an executive order in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington,.
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EU, Canada, and Mexico disapprove of Trump’s steel and aluminum tariff increase

Mexico, Canada, and the European Union expressed their disapproval on Tuesday regarding U.S. President Donald Trump‘s announcement to implement tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports starting next month, a decision that has heightened concerns about a potential trade conflict. On Monday, Trump signed proclamations that increased the U.S. tariff on aluminum from 10% to 25%, while also removing country-specific exemptions and quota agreements, along … Continue reading EU, Canada, and Mexico disapprove of Trump’s steel and aluminum tariff increase

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Trudeau informs business leaders that Trump’s proposal to annex Canada is a genuine concern

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addressed a business conference on Friday, stating that US President Donald Trump’s suggestion of annexing Canada “is a real thing,” as confirmed by two Canadian business leaders present at the event to CNN. Trudeau’s remarks, initially reported by the Toronto Star, were inadvertently captured by an open microphone when he assumed the media had exited the venue. “Mr. Trump seems … Continue reading Trudeau informs business leaders that Trump’s proposal to annex Canada is a genuine concern

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Reasons behind the EU’s lackluster reaction to Trump’s Greenland proposal

Donald Trump’s unconventional approach to diplomacy has raised concerns even prior to his presidency. He has repeatedly questioned Canada‘s sovereignty, suggesting it would be more advantageous for Canada to become the 51st state of the United States. Additionally, he has belittled Prime Minister Justin Trudeau by referring to him as the Governor of Canada and has circulated a map depicting Canada as part of the … Continue reading Reasons behind the EU’s lackluster reaction to Trump’s Greenland proposal

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Trump shares maps depicting Canada as part of US territory

US President-elect Donald Trump has posted two maps on social media depicting Canada as part of the United States. This action came shortly after Canadian officials dismissed his ongoing assertion that Canadians would prefer to live under US governance. On Tuesday, Trump utilized his Truth Social platform to share a map illustrating the US and Canada merged into one nation, with the border between them … Continue reading Trump shares maps depicting Canada as part of US territory

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Threats to Panama and Greenland: Trump is pursuing a more aggressive foreign policy, rather than traditional diplomacy

Donald Trump’s unexpected assertion regarding the potential reclamation of the Panama Canal, along with his assertion that the United States should possess Greenland, indicates that the forthcoming U.S. president intends to adopt a foreign policy that disregards traditional diplomatic protocols. As Trump readies to assume office on January 20, his team is preparing him to navigate two significant foreign policy challenges: the ongoing war in … Continue reading Threats to Panama and Greenland: Trump is pursuing a more aggressive foreign policy, rather than traditional diplomacy

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Macron extends a bold new gesture towards Trump

A strong sense of déjà vu is expected when French President Emmanuel Macron showers praise on Donald Trump during his visit to Paris this weekend. During Trump’s tenure as the 45th president, few foreign leaders were as eager to win his favor as Macron. Notably, Macron’s extravagant treatment of Trump at a Bastille Day parade on the Champs-Élysées left such an impression that Trump returned … Continue reading Macron extends a bold new gesture towards Trump

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Prime Minister Trudeau will meet with provincial premiers to discuss U.S. relations

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Tuesday that he would convene with the premiers of Canada‘s ten provinces this week to address relations with the United States. This meeting comes a day after President-elect Donald Trump declared his intention to impose tariffs on Canadian exports. Trudeau, who has emphasized the Liberal government’s experience in navigating the previous Trump administration, called for solidarity among the provinces. … Continue reading Prime Minister Trudeau will meet with provincial premiers to discuss U.S. relations

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Mexican president cautions that Trump’s tariffs will exacerbate inflation and lead to job losses

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced her intention to send a letter to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday, advocating for dialogue and collaboration in light of his proposed blanket tariffs of 25% on imports from Mexico and Canada. Sheinbaum expressed concern during a press conference, stating, “One tariff will lead to another, jeopardizing our shared businesses.” She warned that such tariffs could trigger inflation and … Continue reading Mexican president cautions that Trump’s tariffs will exacerbate inflation and lead to job losses

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Trump vows new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, raising global trade disruption concerns

President-elect Donald Trump announced on Monday his intention to impose significant tariffs on the United States’ three largest trading partners: Canada, Mexico, and China. This move is part of his strategy to fulfill campaign promises that may lead to trade conflicts. Taking office on January 20, 2025, Trump stated that he would implement a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico until those countries … Continue reading Trump vows new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, raising global trade disruption concerns

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South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol and Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau take part in a news conference in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
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South Korea’s Yoon and Canada’s Trudeau express concerns about North Korea’s role in the Ukraine conflict

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau indicated that the presence of North Korean troops in the Ukraine conflict is likely to intensify the war initiated by Russia, as reported by South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol‘s office following a recent phone conversation between the two leaders. Trudeau emphasized that the ongoing war will significantly affect the security landscape in both Europe and the Indo-Pacific, advocating for … Continue reading South Korea’s Yoon and Canada’s Trudeau express concerns about North Korea’s role in the Ukraine conflict

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