Core Viewpoint - The recent shift in Canada's foreign policy towards China, contrasting with its previous alignment with the U.S., has created significant tension in U.S.-Canada relations, particularly following Canada's new initiatives to strengthen ties with China while the U.S. reacts strongly against this change [1][4][12]. Group 1: Canada-U.S. Relations - Canada's government, under Prime Minister Trudeau, previously aligned closely with the U.S. on trade policies against China, but recent actions indicate a desire to rebuild relations with China, leading to a suspension of trade negotiations by Trump [1][3]. - The Ontario provincial government invested approximately 75 million CAD in an anti-tariff advertisement that misrepresented Ronald Reagan's stance, provoking Trump's outrage and resulting in halted trade talks [3][4]. - Historically, Canada has followed U.S. policies closely, but recent signals from Canadian officials suggest a shift towards independent foreign policy, particularly in relation to China [4][6]. Group 2: Economic Pressures - Canada faces significant economic pressures, with projections indicating that by 2024, China will become Canada's second-largest trading partner, with bilateral trade expected to reach 118.7 billion CAD [6]. - The U.S. agricultural sector, particularly soybean exports, is under pressure due to China's cessation of U.S. soybean purchases, which has led to increased inventory and price declines [8]. - Canada's previous alignment with U.S. anti-China policies has resulted in economic losses, exemplified by the 4.9 billion USD loss in the Chinese market due to anti-dumping measures on canola seeds [9]. Group 3: Future of Canada-China Relations - The future of Canada-China relations hinges on sincerity and the resolution of trade disputes, with potential for cooperation if Canada can lift anti-dumping measures and restore trade ties [11]. - The trend towards diversifying global currencies, including the use of the Chinese yuan, poses a challenge to U.S. dollar dominance and reflects a growing recognition of China's role in international trade [11]. - The evolving dynamics suggest that countries are reassessing their relationships with China, moving away from blind adherence to U.S. policies, as economic losses from anti-China stances become apparent [12][14].
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Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-12-29 06:15