New Canadian leader Mark Carney is wasting no time making bold moves as U.S. President Donald Trump threatens Canada’s economy and sovereignty.
In a stunning first foreign trip, Carney is flying to Paris and London to seek alliances with Canada’s oldest partners. His goal? To fight back against Trump’s tariffs and America’s growing influence over Canada.
At his swearing-in ceremony, Carney made one thing clear: Canada will never become America’s 51st state. But with Trump’s sweeping 25% tariffs and talk of absorbing Canada, many wonder—can Carney stop what’s coming?
Carney’s Mission: Strengthening Ties with Europe as Trump’s Tariffs Hit Canada
A senior government insider confirmed that Carney’s first international mission is all about securing Canada’s independence.
“The Trump factor hangs over every thing,” said University of Toronto’s Nelson Wiseman said.
Carney, a former central banker who turned 60 last Sunday, is scheduled to meet:
✅ French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris to discuss trade partnerships.
✅ British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London to explore economic cooperation.
✅ King Charles III, Canada’s head of state, reinforcing Canada’s place in the Commonwealth.
His visit to the U.K. is deeply personal—Carney was once the first non-British governor of the Bank of England in its 300-year history.
But is this enough to counter Trump’s economic onslaught?
Will Carney Meet with Trump? “Only If He Respects Canada”
Carney has no plans to visit Washington, stating that any meeting with Trump must be on equal terms.
“I’m always open to dialogue, but only when it respects Canadian sovereignty,” Carney said.
Instead, he is doubling down on diversifying trade, as more Canadians boycott American goods in response to U.S. tariffs.
Meanwhile, his government is re-evaluating Canada’s purchase of U.S.-made F-35 fighter jets—a deal that could be scrapped if Trump continues his economic war.
But with over 75% of Canada’s exports tied to the U.S., can Carney truly escape Trump’s grip?
Is Canada’s Arctic Sovereignty at Risk? The Growing Threat from Trump and Russia
Carney will soon visit Canada’s Arctic regions to reaffirm control over this critical territory.
Why? Because concerns are rising over Trump’s interest in Canada’s Arctic and Greenland.
Daniel Béland, a political science professor at McGill University, warns:
📌 Trump’s administration has signaled interest in controlling Arctic resources.
📌 Russia is strengthening ties with the U.S., increasing pressure on Canada.
📌 A power shift in the Arctic could weaken Canada’s territorial sovereignty.
With Trump’s aggressive policies and shifting global alliances, the question remains: Can Canada defend its northern frontier?
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Before Trump’s tariffs, Carney’s Liberal Party was heading for an election defeat. But now, Trump’s attacks on Canada may be helping him.
Robert Bothwell, a professor of Canadian history, suggests Carney is smart to avoid Washington.
“Trump doesn’t negotiate—he humiliates,” Bothwell said.
With the U.S. president’s comments about turning Canada into the 51st state, national pride is surging. Could Trump’s actions actually hand Carney a political victory?
What Do You Think? Should Canada Stand Up to Trump or Stay Friendly?
🔥 Is Carney making the right move by avoiding Trump?
🔥 Should Canada stop relying on U.S. trade?
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