Canada could become the EU's first "associate member"

Ursula von der Leyen has proposed making Canada the EU's first "associate member," a groundbreaking move that tests if countries reliant on U.S. markets can find economic independence by forging closer ties with Europe. This initiative could be one of the lasting impacts of President Trump's trade wars, as U.S. allies seek to diversify markets and supply chains, reducing their vulnerability to Washington's economic policies. The potential shift signals a broader trend of nations seeking new alliances to counterbalance traditional dependencies.