Economy
US Threatens Sanctions if EU and Canada Cooperate More Closely
US President Trump warned that the United States would halt trade with Europe or impose heavy import tariffs if the European Union and Canada deepen their collaboration. This statement followed EU President Von der Leyen’s call for closer ties, including potential associate membership for Canada. Canadian Prime Minister Carney addressed the European Parliament in Strasbourg to announce new cooperation on trade and defense. The US has previously used tariffs as leverage, though courts have occasionally blocked such measures.
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