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Trump's Tariff Threat Sparks Canada's Shift Toward China

2/25/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump could withdraw North American trade pact, prompting Canada to seek closer ties with China.
The United States, Canada, and Mexico plan to renegotiate the USMCA before a July 1 deadline.
Analysts Salvatore Pinizzotto and Stephen Olson warn that Trump's proposed 15 percent tariff could complicate the renegotiation.
Canada began rebuilding diplomatic ties with China, highlighted by Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit to Beijing and new strategic partnerships.

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U.S. President Donald Trump could withdraw North American trade pact, prompting Canada to seek closer ties with China.
The United States, Canada, and Mexico plan to renegotiate the USMCA before a July 1 deadline.
Analysts Salvatore Pinizzotto and Stephen Olson warn that Trump's proposed 15 percent tariff could complicate the renegotiation.
Canada began rebuilding diplomatic ties with China, highlighted by Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit to Beijing and new strategic partnerships.