Will Canada and Mexico become stronger partners in the Trump era?
Last Updated: 28.06.2025 00:31
Right now, the Trump administration is turning into the world’s biggest political circus, with the citizens of western countries watching in bewilderment how unelected foreign-born co-president Musk is dismantling the very foundations of the United States democratic institutions with brazen vote-buying and liquidation of Congress-created agencies.
Mexico and Canada are strengthening their partnership — as the countries that have an unstable neighbor tend to do.
“In a shifting global economy, strong and reliable partners matter. Canada and Mexico are focused on deepening our trade relations and building stronger economies, together,” posted Canadian PM Mark Carney, reporting on his conversation with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum.
In times like now, when the global rules-based order is being openly challenged by the likes of Vladimir Putin, we need leaders who are able to garner the respect of allies and work well with others.