Investing.com -- Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated on Tuesday that his government is prepared to handle all potential outcomes if U.S. President Donald Trump imposes tariffs on Canada. Trudeau acknowledged the unpredictability surrounding the timeline for potential tariffs, attributing it to Trump’s negotiation tactics.
President Trump, who began his second day in office, is expected to sign more executive orders. On Monday, he hinted that comprehensive tariffs on Mexican and Canadian exports to the United States could be implemented as early as February.
Prime Minister Trudeau acknowledged that President Trump’s approach introduces a level of uncertainty. He also mentioned that he is in regular contact with Trump. When asked about future formal interactions, Trudeau responded with a vague "stay tuned."
Trudeau highlighted the importance of Canada’s resources to the U.S. economy, stating that Trump’s promised prosperity for America will necessitate Canadian resources to fuel it. He said, "Canada provides many of the necessary inputs the American economy is going to need in order to grow and boom."
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