Canada’s outgoing prime minister, Justin Trudeau, and Alberta’s premier, Danielle Smith, are confident in Canada’s ability to avoid the 25% tariffs threatened by President Donald Trump on Feb. 1, citing Canada’s energy resources and critical minerals. However, Ontario’s premier, Doug Ford, anticipates a trade war and vows to defend the economy. Trump’s order focuses on the free trade agreement with Mexico and Canada, with potential tariffs by April 1, prompting responses from Canadian leaders and Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum to seek exemptions and maintain trade relations.
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In response to a shouting match with Volodymyr Zelensky, Donald Trump faces backlash and accusations of bullying from UK politicians, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressing unwavering support for Ukraine. Conservative MPs, including Tory leader Kemi Badenoch, defended Mr. Zelensky after Trump accused Kyiv of risking World War Three. Despite the controversy, the prime minister is working towards a lasting peace for Ukraine and looks forward to hosting the Ukrainian president in London. Full Article
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