被美国耍后，加媒疾呼转向东方，但加政府拒绝，反捅中国“一刀”

Group 1 - The Trump administration has increased tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum products from 25% to 50%, severely impacting Canada as it relies on the U.S. for 91% of its steel exports [1] - In response, Canadian Prime Minister Carney announced retaliatory measures, including a 25% tariff on $60 billion CAD worth of U.S. goods and a $1 billion CAD fund to support domestic steel companies [1] - Carney acknowledged the difficulty in persuading the U.S. to lift tariffs, with Trump threatening additional tariffs of 35% on Canadian goods [1] Group 2 - Canadian media has called for a shift towards stronger ties with China, highlighting that 75% of Canada's exports are tied to an increasingly unreliable U.S. market [3] - Despite public calls for a pivot to China, the Canadian government has implemented controversial decisions to reduce steel import quotas from non-free trade partners, including China, to 50% of 2024 levels, imposing a 50% tariff on excess imports [3][6] - The Canadian government views China as a scapegoat for its trade issues, despite calls for a more balanced approach [5] Group 3 - Canada faces a threefold dilemma: reliance on the U.S. for security and economic resources, a stalemate in relations with China, and pressure from the U.S. to impose restrictions on Chinese steel [6][8] - The Canadian steel industry is struggling with low concentration and weak cost competitiveness, making it vulnerable to U.S. tariffs [6] - The U.S. has pressured allies like Brazil and South Korea to limit Chinese steel imports, creating further complications for Canada [8] Group 4 - The contradictory policies of the Canadian government have led to increased costs for domestic industries, with hot-rolled coil prices rising by $150 USD per ton [10] - Canada is facing diplomatic isolation as Mexico seeks to strengthen cooperation with Canada, interpreted as a potential "anti-U.S. alliance" [10] - China's complaint to the WTO against Canada for violating non-discrimination principles highlights the disruption of international trade rules [10]