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In the current landscape, Canadian policymakers are caught between economic necessity and political ideology. While opening trade gates to American imports might seem logical in normal circumstances, political considerations—particularly Carney’s opposition to President Trump—are complicating efforts. Carney’s stance appears driven by ideological resistance to Trump’s trade policies, with some suggesting that this defiance benefits political ambitions over national economic interests.
The verdict remains uncertain: whether Canada can revive its auto industry, attract investment, and restore growth or continue to stumble amidst escalating tariffs and political rivalries.