In a recent letter to the editor, a reader expresses confusion over the concept of 'Fortress North America' and Canada's trade policies. The reader asks whether 'Fortress North America' is synonymous with a 'new world order' based in Europe, with Canada as a 'middle power.' They question how transporting Canadian auto goods across the new Gordie Howe bridge will aid U.S. trade when Canada is importing Chinese electric vehicles. The reader wonders how Canada's auto industry can compete with state-owned companies and whether 'Fortress North America' includes deals with other nations like South Korea and Sweden. They describe the situation as reminiscent of an Abbott and Costello comedy routine, calling for clarification.
Spin Cycle on CUSMA
Another reader comments on Donald Trump's contradictory statements about CUSMA. They note that Trump claims not to need anything from Canada yet wants access to Canadian markets. The reader compares Trump's rhetoric to a washing machine stuck in a spin cycle, suggesting it needs a rinse cycle. They criticize Trump's tendency to say one thing and then backtrack, calling his approach inconsistent.
These letters highlight ongoing confusion and frustration over Canada's trade policies and international relations, particularly with the United States.
