Canada-ee.uu relations: on a tightrope, per tariff theme

The historic relationship between Canada and the United States has been significantly tensioned after the imposition of new tariffs by the Donald Trump government. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney declared that traditional economic and military cooperation between the two countries has come to an end, marking a drastic turn in bilateral relations.

Tariffs, which include a 25% tax on vehicles and auto parts imported from Canada, have been considered a «direct attack» to the Canadian automotive industry. In response, Canada has announced retaliation measures to protect its economy. Carney emphasized the need to «reimagine» the Canadian economy and look for new commercial alliances.

Canada plans to impose tariffs on American products, seeking to generate the «maximum impact» on the economy of its neighbor. This decision has generated tensions both in the commercial and politician in the politician, with criticism of the opposition in both countries. Canadian leaders such as Pierre Poilievre and Jagmeet Singh have rejected tariffs, considering them unjustified and harmful.

This commercial conflict puts at risk the economic integration achieved under the treaty between Mexico, the United States and Canada (T-MEC). Cross -border supply chains, especially in the automotive sector, could face greater costs and lower competitiveness.