In a striking address at the World Economic Forum on Wednesday, US President Donald Trump told Canada it “should be grateful” for the United States’ support, sparking renewed tensions between the neighboring nations.
Trump’s comments followed Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s speech at Davos, where he cautioned about a potential breakdown of the US-led global system a message that received a rare standing ovation from the international audience.
“I watched your prime minister yesterday. He wasn’t so grateful,” Trump said, directly addressing Carney. “Canada lives because of the United States. Remember that, Mark, the next time you make your statements.”
The remarks underscore growing friction between the two countries, as leaders navigate trade, economic influence, and shifting global alliances. Analysts say Trump’s blunt rhetoric reflects his broader approach to US foreign relations: asserting American leverage while challenging allies to acknowledge it.
Observers at Davos noted that while Carney’s speech highlighted international cooperation and the risks of global economic fragmentation, Trump’s response reinforced his message of American primacy on the world stage.
AFP and Vanguard
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