Pete Hoekstra states U.S. can function without Canada

U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra stated in a radio interview that the U.S. “does not need Canada,” despite acknowledging the strong economic ties between the two nations. He defended President Trump’s remarks about replacing Canadian products and emphasized the importance of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) for business prosperity. Hoekstra cautioned that Canadian trade decisions could impact future negotiations, urging for a new agreement to foster cooperation. He also noted rising Canadian sentiment against the U.S., while maintaining that the U.S. has not imposed bans on Canadian goods.

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