Canada and Mexico are planning to work together to counter US trade policies, particularly those related to tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump. The two countries aim to coordinate their efforts to retaliate against the US with tariffs on goods that the US imports or exports, such as steel and aluminum. This move is seen as a response to the US's decision to impose tariffs on Canadian and Mexican steel and aluminum in 2018, which led to retaliatory measures from both countries. The coordinated effort would allow Canada and Mexico to present a united front against US trade policies and potentially limit the impact of future tariffs.
https://channelnewsasia.com/world/us-trump-auto-tariffs-supply-chains-asia-carmakers-consumers-5029976Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau informed US President Donald Trump that his government will impose retaliatory tariffs to protect workers and the economy, following additional US trade actions on April 2, 2025. Trudeau's office stated that Dominic LeBlanc and Howard Lutnick will intensify talks to address immediate concerns. The move comes after Trump challenged Canada's sovereignty, sparking a surge in patriotism among Canadians who support Prime Minister Trudeau as their leader.
https://apnews.com/article/canadian-prime-minister-mark-carney-trump-3dce332dc2c4b1cb9d034f70ef2920ffCanadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's ally, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, has been working on a plan to retaliate against the US auto tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. The planned 25% levy on vehicle imports could be devastating for Canada's auto industry, which supports an estimated 500,000 jobs. Trudeau's government is considering imposing tariffs on $12 billion worth of US goods in response.
https://www.news18.com/world/donald-trump-mark-carney-set-to-speak-as-us-canada-relations-plunge-amid-trade-war-9279057.htmlCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that Canada's close ties with the US are over due to the ongoing trade war sparked by US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs. He criticized Trump's new car import tariffs as "unjustified" and warned that they violate existing trade agreements, cautioning Canadians that future trade deals would not restore past relations.
https://www.firstpost.com/world/canadas-old-relationship-with-the-us-is-over-pm-carney-amid-tensions-over-trumps-tariffs-13875180.htmlCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has stated that the era of deep economic, security and military ties between Canada and the US is over after President Donald Trump announced steep auto tariffs. The 25% levy on vehicle imports to the US could be devastating for Canada's auto industry, which supports an estimated 500,000 jobs. Carney called the tariffs "unjustified" and warned that they have permanently altered relations with the US, saying there would be no turning back. He plans to retaliate against the tariffs with trade actions that will have maximum impact in the US and minimum impacts in Canada.
https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/international/era-close-ties-us-over-canada-pm-carneyThe US intelligence community's Annual Threat Assessment warns that China poses the most comprehensive military threat to US national security, citing Beijing's "coercive pressure" against Taiwan and cyber operations against US targets. The report assesses that China is making steady progress towards seizing Taiwan and expanding its malign influence activities globally. Chinese President Xi Jinping's autocratic style is hindering China's ability to address domestic challenges, while the country seeks to reduce tensions with the US to protect its core interests and strengthen its position.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40355116/beijings-ties-with-russia-main-threats-to-us-intel-reportChina is developing a world-class military by 2049, with a focus on counteracting US intervention in the Indo-Pacific region. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard describes China as the "most capable strategic competitor", citing advanced space and cyber warfare assets that pose a direct challenge to US national security. China's advancements in anti-satellite weapons and cyber capabilities threaten US dominance in space, potentially disrupting critical communication and intelligence networks during conflict.
https://www.eurasiantimes.com/u-s-intelligence-report-warns-of-growing-chinese-military/The US government's funding for global health initiatives to combat HIV/AIDS has been under threat since the Trump administration took office. Sir Elton John, a long-time AIDS campaigner, has spoken out about the issue, acknowledging his need to be "a diplomat" in addressing it. The President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (Pepfar), launched by President George W Bush in 2003 and estimated to have saved over 25 million lives globally, is still heavily reliant on US support from USAid and will face a devastating impact if funding cuts continue. Christian evangelical groups, including World Relief, have urged the President to spare the program from significant cuts, citing damage already being reported at healthcare centers and hospitals in Africa due to supply chain disruptions.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14544903/Elton-John-fight-Donald-Trump-president-cuts-aids-relief-spending.htmlGermany's government is open to punitive measures against US companies in response to potential tariffs, with no options ruled out. The European Union will jointly consider the costs and benefits of any countermeasures under the leadership of the European Commission.
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