Trudeau rebuffs Trump's annexation talk: Canada stands firm

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau strongly dismissed President-elect Donald Trump's suggestion regarding the annexation of Canada by the USA.

In his post on platform X, Trudeau stated, "Never, absolutely never, will Canada become a part of the USA." This statement responds to earlier comments by Trump, who suggested using "economic force" to attach Canada to the United States.

Trudeau noted that Canada and the USA are the largest trade and security partners, which benefits both countries. The Canadian media highlighted Trump's statements about imposing 25% tariffs on Canadian goods and his claim that the USA does not need imports of Canadian automotive, lumber, and dairy products.

Canada's Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly also commented on the situation, emphasizing that "President-elect Trump's comments show a complete lack of understanding of what makes Canada a strong country."

Joly added that Canada will never yield in the face of threats, and its economy and people are strong. This stance continues Canada's tradition of defending its sovereignty.

American studies expert Andrzej Kohut explains that Trump often uses "bombastic statements as a negotiation strategy," even before taking office. The expert clearly indicates that there are no real plans for Canada's annexation, but Trump's suggestions may be an attempt to influence future trade relations and border security with Canada. Such statements become an element of political play.

According to observers, a surprising tool in this strategy is Greenland, whose independence Trump would like to achieve under the American umbrella. Trump's statements about buying the island are treated by experts as a political maneuver aimed at emphasizing the USA's sphere of influence, especially in the context of Chinese expansion in the Arctic.

Source: PAP/X/WP