Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has stated that the country is prepared to respond to proposed tariffs by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Trump has threatened to impose 25% tariffs on all Canadian imports, prompting Trudeau to emphasize that no single region should bear the full brunt of the response. Trudeau highlighted the need for a shared burden across the country to mitigate the impact of tariffs.
During a meeting with the country's premiers in Ottawa, discussions revolved around the necessity for a united response to Trump's threats. Ontario Premier Doug Ford emphasized the importance of imposing strong retaliatory tariffs to send a clear message. Canada's Energy Minister Jonathan Wilkinson warned U.S. lawmakers about the economic repercussions of Trump's tariff threats, including higher prices and job losses.
