#canada-us-relations

#canada-us-relations

Relations between the countries have somewhat settled after the US launched a trade war targeting Canadian goods, prompting anger at what was widely viewed as an act of economic hostility against a longtime ally. The Trump administration has targeted Canada with several rounds of tariffs, including a blanket 25 percent tariff for allegedly failing to stem migration and fentanyl flows from Canada. That came despite data showing only a tiny fraction of fentanyl smuggled into the US crosses the US-Canada border.

A new survey by the reputable Canadian pollster Angus Reid finds that only 27 percent of Canadians regard the United States as a "friend" or "ally." Almost half, 46 percent, regard the U.S. as a "potential threat" or "enemy." More Canadians say they are concerned about the threats posed by the U.S. than they are about China (34 percent) or India (24 percent)-even though Indian nationals have been charged with allegedly assassinating a Sikh separatist on Canadian soil.

This Redditor highlights their feelings of unease amidst a tough time in the United States due to the current political climate and job insecurity.

Mark Carney's cabinet shakeup features a new foreign minister, Anita Anand, and emphasizes diverse representation, promising to address trade tensions with the U.S.