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Poilievre Proposes CANZUK Trade to Combat Protectionism

3/4/2026

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Pierre Poilievre, Conservative Leader, proposed a CANZUK trade agreement among Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand.
The proposal was presented at Margaret Thatcher Lecture in London.
He argued for tariff-free trade of critical minerals and energy to counter socialism and protectionism.
He urged deeper ties with trusted allies amid disrupted supply chains and U.S. tariffs.
He also noted cooperation in nuclear energy and free movement of skilled workers.

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Pierre Poilievre, Conservative Leader, proposed a CANZUK trade agreement among Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand.
The proposal was presented at Margaret Thatcher Lecture in London.
He argued for tariff-free trade of critical minerals and energy to counter socialism and protectionism.
He urged deeper ties with trusted allies amid disrupted supply chains and U.S. tariffs.
He also noted cooperation in nuclear energy and free movement of skilled workers.