Trump threatens EU with tariffs over proposed Canada associate membership
Donald Trump has threatened the EU with tariffs over a proposal by Ursula von der Leyen to give Canada associate membership status.
US President Donald Trump has warned the European Union of severe tariffs and trade restrictions following a proposal to grant Canada associate membership in the bloc. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen suggested the status to deepen ties, an idea Trump dismissed as "ridiculous."
Addressing reporters, Trump warned that Washington could view closer EU-Canada integration as a "hostile move," adding that retaliatory measures would depend on the motives. The friction comes amid heightened trade tensions between Washington and Ottawa.
The discussion follows remarks by Finnish President Alexander Stubb, who questioned Canada's geopolitical alignment.
Sources: 444, HVG, Telex.
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