It looks like things are heating up between Canada and the U.S.! Some of Canada's top provincial leaders are calling on Ottawa to take a strong stand against incoming U.S. President Donald Trump's plans to slap hefty tariffs on Canadian imports. 😱
At a recent meeting with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and other federal ministers, the premiers didn't hold back. They highlighted how critical minerals and metals from Canada are essential to the U.S. economy. 💎🔩
'A number of premiers offered strong support for a robust Canadian response, including some who proactively named critical minerals and metals produced in their provinces and exported to the United States,' said Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland after the meeting.
With Trump's inauguration just around the corner, the fear of a trade war is real. 😬 Canada is not taking this lightly. The focus right now is on reaching out to U.S. officials, and even Canadian businesses and labor leaders are getting in on the action, connecting with their American counterparts. 🤝
Ontario's Premier Doug Ford even hinted at the possibility of halting energy exports to the U.S.! 😲 Although he didn't spill all the details, it's clear that Canada is ready to play hardball if needed.
Stay tuned, folks! This could get interesting. 🍿
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Canadian premiers urge strong response to Trump tariff threat
cgtn.com
