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BackTrump criticizes the EU's plans for Canada. He threatened "very heavy tariffs"
Trump criticizes the EU's plans for Canada. He threatened "very heavy tariffs"
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Trump criticizes the EU's plans for Canada. He threatened "very heavy tariffs"

Donald Trump called Canada's potential association with the EU a "hostile act" and announced high tariffs.

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  • Donald Trump criticized the announcement of granting Canada associate member status to the EU, calling it a "hostile act" and threatening the EU with tariffs.
  • The European Commission reassures, and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed the proposal.

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Why It Matters

Canada could become the first associate member of the European Union, which would include extensive economic and technological cooperation.

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The announcement of the opening of the way for Canada to become the first associated member of the European Union was made during the speech of the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen. We didn't have to wait long for a reaction from overseas. US President Donald Trump said that "it's ridiculous" because Canada is a "terrible trading partner." He also considered Canada's potential admission as an associate member of the EU a "hostile act." In his style, he threatened the European Union with "very heavy tariffs" if Brussels decides to take such a step.

The European Commission reassures

European Commission spokesman Olof Gill commented on Trump's words. In a short statement, he emphasized that strengthening the partnership with Canada is not aimed at any party, but is intended to build common strength.

As the President made clear yesterday, the proposed strengthening of the partnership with Canada is not aimed at anyone, but rather serves to build common strength, Gill told correspondents in Brussels.

What is the cooperation about?

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed Ursula von der Leyen's proposal.

EU cooperation with Canada would include, among others: critical minerals, defense industrial capabilities, artificial intelligence (AI), computing capabilities, energy security, space, and financial services and payments.

The head of the Canadian government and the president of the European Commission also talked about cooperation regarding digital trade outside the agricultural sector and "a wide range of services."

What to Watch

AI outlook — possibilities, not facts

  • Continuation of EU talks with Canada regarding associated status

    Likely · Within months

Open Questions

  • What concrete steps will the EU take on Canada's status?
  • Will the US administration introduce the announced tariffs?

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