Trudeau refutes Trump's annexation talk, asserts sovereignty

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau firmly rejected the suggestions from President-elect Donald Trump regarding the annexation of Canada by the USA.

In his post on platform X, Trudeau emphasized that "never, absolutely never will Canada become a part of the USA." This statement responds to earlier statements by Trump, who suggested using "economic force" to attach Canada to the United States.

Trudeau noted that Canada and the USA are the biggest trade and security partners, which benefits both countries. Canadian media highlighted Trump's statements, who announced 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and claimed that the USA does not need imports of Canadian automotive goods, lumber, and dairy products.

Canada's Foreign Minister Melanie Joly also commented on the situation, emphasizing that "President-elect Trump's comments show a complete lack of understanding of what makes Canada a strong country."

Joly added that Canada will never yield in the face of threats, and its economy and people are strong. This stance continues Canada's tradition of defending its sovereignty.

American studies expert Andrzej Kohut explains that Trump, even before taking office, often uses "bombastic statements as a negotiation strategy." The expert clearly indicates that there are no real plans for Canada's annexation, but Trump's suggestions may be an attempt to influence future trade relations and border security with Canada. Such statements become an element of political play.

According to observers, a surprising tool in this strategy is also Greenland, whose independence Trump would like to achieve under the American umbrella. Trump's statements about buying the island are treated by experts as a political maneuver aimed at emphasizing the USA's sphere of influence, especially in the context of Chinese expansion in the Arctic.

Source: PAP/X/WP