“China will eat them up”: Trump slams Canada for opposing Greenland ‘Golden Dome’
Summary
US President Donald Trump criticized Canada for rejecting the "Golden Dome" missile defense project over Greenland and choosing closer economic ties with China. Canadian PM Mark Carney announced a new trade agreement with China that expands export markets. Tensions remain as both countries balance security and trade interests.
Key Points
- US President Donald Trump slammed Canada for opposing the "Golden Dome" missile defense system intended to protect Canada and Greenland.
- Trump warned that China could dominate Canada economically within a year due to Canada's closer ties with China.
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a new trade agreement with China unlocking over $7 billion in export markets for Canadian businesses.
- Canada agreed to reduce tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles in exchange for lower Chinese tariffs on Canadian farm products, aiming to diversify trade partnerships.