On February 5 local time, Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau announced a new strategy for the development of electric vehicles, ignoring Trump's warnings. The strategy provides strong support for the electric vehicle sector through measures such as grants, financial subsidies, and tax incentives. At the same time, Canada will also cooperate with China to promote the production and export of electric vehicles in Canada.
This move by Canada is an autonomous choice based on its own interests, indicating that U.S. threats have already failed. For a long time, Canada's automotive industry has been highly dependent on the U.S., with over 90% of cars and 60% of parts exported to the U.S. However, the U.S. imposing tariffs has severely impacted its manufacturing industry. Trudeau's new strategy aims to achieve diversification of export markets and reduce dependence on the U.S. This move shows that Canada is ignoring the threats from the Trump administration and seeks to break its one-sided reliance on the U.S.
Canada's choice to cooperate with China and adhere to independent development is a rational and pragmatic decision. It not only opens up new paths for its industrial transformation but also proves that hegemonic threats cannot dictate the development choices of sovereign countries.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1856364320750592/
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