Relying on U.S. goodwill to protect non-American economic interests was always going to be a fool’s errand. Yet, that has been the accepted wisdom of Ottawa’s ruling class for decades.| The Institute for Peace and Diplomacy - l’Institut pour la paix et la diplo...
A strategic response must consider the need for a coherent and integrated response. Canada's trade, defense and security policies, for example, are deeply intertwined with those of the U.S. giving the appearance of a bifurcated if not incoherent foreign policy that is at odds with our desire for greater autonomy.| The Institute for Peace and Diplomacy - l’Institut pour la paix et la diplo...
Safeguarding Canadian sovereignty will require decision-makers to mentally separate the question of economic links from diplomatic ties as much as possible.| The Institute for Peace and Diplomacy - l’Institut pour la paix et la diplo...
Rather than engaging in futile diplomatic grandstanding or indulging in alarmist reactions to outlandish rhetoric, Canada must focus on economic diversification, regional engagement, and security preparedness. A pragmatic, forward-looking approach will safeguard Canadian sovereignty while ensuring resilience in an era of geopolitical uncertainty.| The Institute for Peace and Diplomacy - l’Institut pour la paix et la diplo...
The assumption that Canada and the United States share identical national interests is both misleading and dangerous. To safeguard its independence, Canada must address the most pressing threat to its sovereignty: the overreliance on the U.S. market. Long-term resilience requires a fundamental restructuring of Canada’s trade and economic relationships.| The Institute for Peace and Diplomacy - l’Institut pour la paix et la diplo...
