Canada plans to reduce contracts with American tech companies in response to the tariffs imposed by the United States, according to the Globe and Mail, citing Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Carney stated that the Liberal government will seek to reduce federal contracts with U.S. tech giants in response to actions taken by U.S. President Donald Trump, who introduced 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico. These measures were justified as part of the fight against illegal immigration and fentanyl shipments.
Additionally, Carney emphasized that Canada’s economic strategy aims to support domestic tech companies in cloud computing and reduce reliance on American providers.
It is also worth noting that Donald Trump has repeatedly advocated for Canada’s joining the U.S., arguing that the northern neighbor does not spend enough on defense and relies on Washington’s protection. According to Trump, Canada could have avoided U.S. tariffs and received military protection if it had become the 51st state of the U.S.
