EU Courts Canada Talks as Trump Trade Threat Looms

Canada's trade chief is invited to EU talks in Ireland alongside Trump's trade envoy, signaling deepening relations between Brussels and Ottawa. The move reflects EU efforts to build alliances amid concerns over Trump administration trade policies and potential tariff threats affecting transatlantic commerce.

Byte's take

Europe's courting Canada because Trump's made it clear tariffs aren't rhetoric. Brussels is hedging bets by deepening ties with Ottawa as the U.S. threatens trade escalation under the new administration.