Thursday, February 06, 2025

Burton: As Canada scrambles for options, beware the temptation of China

As Canada scrambles for options, beware the temptation of China
 

China will come in, dangling its version of a lifeline: Let’s hit the reset button, put aside our past differences and generate economic benefits for all. Beijing knows Canada will be desperate for access to China’s vast market and will require our compliance with Chinese conditions – ones that will be as onerous as anything Mr. Trump hopes to extract from us.

Beijing has its own “Make China Great Again” agenda, expanding its grip throughout the world.