EU Proposes Canada as First 'Associate Member,' Drawing US Tariff Threat

The European Union has invited Canada to become its first 'associate member' to foster closer economic and security ties. This move prompted US President Donald Trump to threaten new, heavy tariffs on Europe, suggesting the proposed arrangement could be considered a 'hostile act' and that the US might cease trading with Europe 'on many things.' Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney embraced the proposal, stating it would ensure no country could control Canada's markets or undermine its sovereignty.