A Canadian Conservative Icon Advises Carney to Pull Back From US.

The article discusses Stephen Harper's recent advice to the Canadian government, suggesting a shift away from close economic integration with the United States in response to President Donald Trump's trade policies. Harper, who served as Canada's Prime Minister from 2006 to 2015, emphasized the need for Canada to diversify its export markets for energy and critical minerals to avoid being vulnerable to US trade threats. He noted that while he previously advocated for a deeper partnership with the US, the current political climate necessitates a reevaluation of Canada's trade strategies. Harper also expressed concerns about the impact of Trump's rhetoric on Canadian sentiment and criticized the dominance of China in global trade. [Extracted from the article]