This Wednesday, January 22, the Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeaurequested “to have unity” from the country’s provincial heads of government to face to the president of USA, Donald Trumpduring the meeting they held today to discuss the threat of tariffs.
The Prime Minister’s Office revealed after the meeting, which was held virtually, that Trudeau and the provincial heads of government They “shared details of recent conversations” they have had with politicians and senior US officials.
“The prime minister insisted that a strong unitary approach is the best way to advance Canadian interests and establish a productive relationship with the incoming administration.”pointed out the Prime Minister’s Office in a statement.
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In recent days, the province of Alberta (the largest oil producer in Canada), expressed its opposition to the possible embargo on energy exports in response to US tariffs, the only territory that has opposed the measure.
The American threat of duty of 25%, which could come into force on February 1, has caused intense political activity in Canada.
He Canadian government has noted that tariffs would be “devastating” for the canadian economy and could destroy hundreds of thousands of jobs in the country.
“The possibility of unjustified 25% tariffs, unilaterally imposed by USA against its closest ally is a matter of serious concern,” the statement added.
Trudeau warned Tuesday that If Trump imposes tariffs on Canadian imports, Canada will respond with retaliatory measureswhich could include the embargo on energy exports.
Trudeau already met last week with the heads of government of the 10 provinces and three territories of Canada to discuss Trump’s arrival to the White House.
During the meeting, it was agreed to maintain a joint meeting annually before the crisis caused by the new American president, Donald Trump.
It is the first time in Canadian history that the prime minister and provincial heads of government have held weekly meetings.
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