加拿大总理公开示好中国,特朗普当场撕破脸:停止贸易

Group 1 - Canada has shifted its stance towards China, now referring to it as a "strategic partner," which has angered the United States and led to the termination of all trade negotiations by Trump [1][3] - Historically, Canada has been a close ally of the U.S., with over 70% of its exports going to the U.S., amounting to over $400 billion in exports in 2024 [3][5] - The U.S. has imposed significant tariffs on Canadian imports, starting with a 25% tariff in February 2025, which was later increased to 35%, severely impacting the Canadian economy [5][7] Group 2 - The Canadian canola industry, heavily reliant on the Chinese market, faced a crisis due to trade tensions, with exports to China reaching CAD 5 billion in 2024, supporting over 40,000 farmers [9][11] - Other key Canadian industries, including automotive, steel, and aluminum, have also suffered due to U.S. tariff policies, prompting the Canadian government to seek economic independence from the U.S. and turn towards China [11][12] - Recent communications between Canadian and Chinese officials indicate a willingness to improve bilateral relations and achieve mutually beneficial outcomes in trade and energy [12][14] Group 3 - The U.S. responded swiftly to Canada's overtures towards China by terminating trade negotiations, citing a violation related to an advertisement from the Ontario government [14][16] - The U.S. has longstanding grievances against Canada, particularly due to competitive tensions in agriculture and energy sectors, which have been exacerbated by Canada's pivot towards China [16][18] - The shift in Canada's foreign policy reflects a broader trend where countries are recognizing the need for open cooperation rather than protectionism, suggesting a potential increase in partnerships with China [20]