Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has made it clear that Canada will not back down if faced with tariffs from President Donald Trump. During a news conference in Montebello, Que., Trudeau expressed his support for imposing “matching” retaliatory tariffs on the United States. He stated that if Trump chooses to proceed with imposing tariffs on Canada, then Canada will respond in kind. Trudeau emphasized that “everything is on the table” when it comes to responding to these potential tariffs.
Trudeau further explained that he supports the principle of implementing dollar-for-dollar matching tariffs in response to any tariffs imposed by the U.S. This strong stance highlights Trudeau’s dedication to protecting Canada’s interests and ensuring that the country is not unfairly targeted by trade actions from the United States.
The Prime Minister’s remarks come as he and his team gather for the government’s annual winter cabinet retreat in Montebello, Que. This retreat is significant as it will be Trudeau’s last before he steps aside in March. The discussions and decisions made at this retreat could have a lasting impact on Canada’s trade relations with the U.S. and other countries.
Trudeau’s firm commitment to responding to potential tariffs with equal measures demonstrates his determination to defend Canada’s economy and interests. As the situation continues to evolve, Trudeau and his team will be closely monitoring developments and preparing to take necessary actions to protect Canada’s trade interests in the face of potential tariffs from the U.S.
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