特朗普关税太猛，加拿大人推选央行行长当总理

Core Viewpoint - Mark Carney has committed to continuing retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods until the U.S. demonstrates respect and makes credible commitments to free and fair trade [1][7]. Group 1: Political Context - Mark Carney won the leadership of the Liberal Party with nearly 86% of the votes and is expected to become the Prime Minister of Canada soon [1][18]. - The U.S. administration under President Donald Trump has created turmoil in the global economy and has implemented chaotic tariff policies affecting trade partners, including Canada [2][5]. - Carney's election comes at a time when Trump has threatened Canada with significant tariffs on various goods, including a 25% tariff on most Canadian and Mexican products [3][5]. Group 2: Economic Strategy - Carney aims to transform Canada into the strongest economy in the G7 and establish new trade corridors with reliable partners, positioning Canada as an "energy superpower" [8]. - He has promised to seek new markets for Canadian exports and reduce domestic trade barriers, while also pledging to eliminate proposed capital gains tax increases and cancel the consumption carbon tax [11]. - Carney plans to split the federal budget into an operating budget, which he commits to balancing, and a capital expenditure budget to allocate hundreds of billions for infrastructure investments to enhance productivity [12]. Group 3: Leadership and Experience - Carney has portrayed himself as an experienced crisis manager, having led central banks during critical times, including the global financial crisis and the Brexit turmoil [9]. - Despite his extensive banking experience, Carney has limited political experience and currently does not hold a seat in Parliament [9][10]. Group 4: Political Challenges - The Liberal Party's weak position in Parliament, with less than 50% of seats, suggests that a national election may occur sooner than the required date in October [13]. - Carney faces the decision of whether to enter a spring election, which could lead to a transitional government amid potential trade wars, or to seek support from opposition parties for a stable governance period [14]. Group 5: Opposition and Criticism - The Conservative Party, led by Pierre Poilievre, has launched attacks against Carney, questioning his transparency regarding commitments and business interests [15]. - Carney has criticized Poilievre for past threats to undermine the Bank of Canada during economic instability and has also challenged his climate policy [16][17].