Chrétien offers blunt assessment of Canada-U.S. trade war

Former Prime Minister Jean Chrétien has weighed in on the ongoing trade tensions between Canada and the U.S., asserting that Canada's imposition of counter-tariffs was the correct approach and suggesting that further escalation is still an option if necessary. His comments come amid a broader debate on how to respond to U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, highlighting the importance of maintaining economic leverage in trade negotiations. Chrétien’s stance underscores the critical nature of Canada's economic relationship with its largest trading partner and the potential long-term implications for both nations.