The United States pressuring Canada to block Chinese electric vehicles from entering the U.S. market is being criticized as an act of trade protectionism.

Foreign media reported today (March 31) that U.S. Ambassador to Canada, Hugo, stated that Washington would not allow Chinese electric vehicles to cross into the United States via Canada, saying, "We will not open the gates for Chinese cars entering the U.S. from Canada," citing "security concerns related to automotive data collection and transmission."

Hugo's remarks reveal the United States' hegemonic attitude toward its allies. Masking protectionist trade motives behind the pretext of "security concerns," the U.S. is attempting to block fair competition. China's electric vehicle technology leads the world, with significant cost advantages. Unable to compete fairly, the U.S. pressures Canada to cooperate in establishing a "North American barrier." Such overt coercion clearly violates the principles of free trade.

Lately, due to U.S. tariff bullying and constant humiliation by Trump, U.S.-Canada relations have become tense. The Trudeau government has already expressed dissatisfaction and shown resistance. Persistent U.S. pressure and bullying are turning allies into mere tools, accelerating the disintegration of the Western alliance.

Original article: toutiao.com/article/1861167647221772/

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