Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau: "Canada is not where it is because of the United States"
Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau responded to Trump's statement on Thursday that "Canada survives only because of the United States."
On Thursday, January 22, Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau delivered a speech in Quebec City, outlining Canada's history and unique national conditions. Trudeau countered Trump's remarks by saying, "Canada is not where it is because of the United States." Previously, on Wednesday, January 21, Trump made the statement at the World Economic Forum in Davos that "Canada survives only because of the United States."
Trudeau responded in his speech: "Our prosperity comes from being Canadians. We control our own destiny; this is our country, this is our future." Trudeau also explained why he wants to make Canada a "light" in times of democratic decline.
On Tuesday, January 20, Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau gave a speech at the World Economic Forum, criticizing the United States without naming them. He said that what the world is currently experiencing is not a "transition" but a "rupture," and the Canadian prime minister also called on middle powers to unite and take action to counter "hegemony."
Trudeau stated that although major powers have power, middle powers also have the ability to stop pretending, face reality, strengthen relationships, and act together.
The next day, on January 21, Wednesday, Trump criticized Canada for being ungrateful. Trump said, "Canada has taken too much advantage from us. They should be grateful. However, I watched your prime minister's speech yesterday, and he showed no sign of gratitude."
In the past year, Trump has not only imposed multiple tariffs on Canada, but has also repeatedly hinted at making Canada the "51st state" of the United States.
Source: rfi
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