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Carney stands by his speech, and this is where it all begins. It’s hard to ignore the situation, especially given the claims emanating from the U.S. side of the border. To be absolutely clear, as Carney himself stated, he meant what he said at Davos. The context? It was about Canada being the first to understand the shift in U.S. trade policy and how they were responding. It’s a bold stance, really.
Then there’s the accusation that Carney retracted parts of the speech. To that, the answer is a firm “no.” One can’t help but be impressed. It takes courage to stand up to anyone, let alone when facing the claims from across the U.S. border. It’s almost as if he’s become a beacon of truth in a sea of… well, let’s just say “alternative facts.”
If we’re talking about the world, and specifically the Trump administration’s response to the speech, it is no surprise that there are claims of this or that being retracted. But is it really that surprising? It makes you wonder. I wonder what countries involved in the wars that this former leader “ended” think? Maybe they are laughing, maybe they are crying. But hey, it’s all the same, right?
And let’s not forget the financial element: the mention of potential tariffs and how it’s the Americans, not Canadians, who will feel the price hikes. This isn’t just about political posturing; it’s a savvy move, protecting the Canadian economy while calling out the bluff. The goal? To ensure Canada isn’t steamrolled in the upcoming CUSMA negotiations.
The focus on trade diversification, avoiding the pitfall of relying too heavily on one partner, makes sense. It’s about not ending up in the same position again. It’s a calculated move. Yes, the China deal has returned trade to pre-Huawei arrest levels, but the headlines are about grabbing attention. It’s understandable.
And the fact that Carney seems to be living “rent-free” in the former U.S. leader’s head right now? Well, it’s pretty entertaining, especially when you consider how high rent is in Canada! What really underlines the situation is that the phone call was initiated by the former leader, which says quite a bit.
There’s also the matter of international alliances. One must respect the fact that Canada has stood up to the U.S. more than any other country, except perhaps China. It’s an important message. And I think many people would be happy to have Canada on their team when things get difficult.
The whole situation has caused an “injury” to the former leader, and now Trump slaps tariffs on South Korea, which I think is a way to make sure that Canada stays away from her while he “slaps her around”. The speech was described as pragmatic and realistic, especially when pointing out the lack of trust that can be placed in America.
Canada is leading the charge in this new world of middle powers. The speech was top-form, the truths were evident, and the response from the U.S.? Well, let’s just say that the administration is full of liars.
There’s the question of domestic perception, too. Some might find some plans take too long to see results. Add social media to the mix, and it’s a recipe for impatient thinking. But maybe citing Thucydides and Havel in the same speech was, let’s say, ambitious? Regardless, it’s all about the current climate.
Then there’s the trade deal with China. It goes something like this: Canada signs a deal with China. The U.S. threatens 100% tariffs. Canada clarifies: no, it’s just canola and some cars. It is about what is true and what is not.
When the former U.S. administration cannot help itself from lying, who do you believe? When you have this new leader in Canada, who speaks the truth, you have someone to believe in. Especially when one considers the alternative of those who would simply fold under pressure. What a mess we made for ourselves when we helped the U.S. by arresting that Huawei executive. We lost a market. Now, we are standing tall.