Major Canada-U.S. talks are coming — here’s what’s in play

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1. Canada’s next government will engage in wide-ranging negotiations with the US on a new economic and security arrangement, which could lead to a drastically different relationship between the two countries. The development comes as US President Donald Trump has suddenly taken a more congenial tone towards Canada, stating that he had a “very good conversation” with Prime Minister Mark Carney. However, analysts warn that Trump’s warm words could easily turn into mean tweets and more tariffs, and that Canadians are still fuming at Trump, making it difficult for the government to navigate concessions. The US is expected to push for changes to Canada’s dairy policy, digital services tax, and military spending, among other things, while Canada will likely ask for the removal of tariffs and lumber duties. The negotiations have the potential to set the foundation for a “Fortress North America” approach, where allies lower barriers with each other but raise them on adversaries like China.

2. Surprisingly Trump referred Carney as “Prime Minister” instead of governor

3. I’m open to debate, but I don’t see how any of the humiliating and threatening of Canada was a good thing. We already have NORAD, and we could simply negotiate to get what we want if its something that benefits Canada and the U.S. If the Trump admin felt threats were necessary, then they could threaten privately using diplomats and face to face meetings. Finally, if that doesn’t work, then send the stupid tweets as a last resort…. if he insists. At least then he can explain that he exhausted every diplomatic option before getting hostile.
   It’s just insane, it’s as if Saddam Hussein or Kim Jong Un was running the U.S.

4. Trump..es tan.inestable

5. Carney would do well to keep America at arm’s length. Trump’s attempt to consolidate nearby nations into economic satellites and financial vassals should not be taken lightly.

   Talk softly, but carry a big stick.

6. Like any bi-polar narcissist trump is gonna play Canada and use their good will against them

7. Folks this is just like domestic abuse. The abuser makes you terrified for awhile to remind you that they have the power, and then turns down the anger and fear (to remind you that they have the power). Dead ass. This is the only reason he’s doing this. No one is going to eat Canada. And for the record if we were to annex you it’d be as the 51st-59th states or however many provinces y’all have. 

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