Trump’s protectionist trade policies allow China to swoop in

Synopsis Canada is seeking new trade partners as President Trump’s policies create uncertainty. The nation has agreed to lower import taxes on Chinese electric vehicles and canola seeds. This move signals a significant shift in Canada’s economic strategy. Other countries are also exploring alternatives to the U.S. market. This realignment could impact upcoming North American trade talks. America’s top trading partners are responding to President Donald Trump’s belligerent and unpredictable trade policies by trying to take their business elsewhere. Canada broke with the United States Friday, slashing its 100% import tax on Chinese electric vehicles in return for lower tariffs…