Canadian Election 2025: Canadian Election 2025 Results: What will China get from polls?
According to a report by the BBC, every country hopes to impact Ottawa’s trajectory as more and more geopolitical tensions occur.
America: A harder neighbor?
Relations between the United States and Canada have been particularly tense since Donald Trump returned to the White House. The BBC said Trump’s tariff levies on Canadian exports and its provocative remarks suggest that Canada could become its “51st state” to inspire patriotism nationwide.
Trump reportedly expressed favoritism over Pierre Poilievre, despite avoiding recognizing one of the two candidates. He sees the latter as his lack of friends.
Regardless of the outcome, the next Canadian Prime Minister may face a U.S. government that is eager to reopen trade disputes and challenge long-term agreements. Carney and Poilievre vowed to defend Canada’s interests. Carney advocates retaliation for tariffs and renegotiate trade terms if necessary. Poilievre, on the other hand, responded to a similar stance, engaging in a lower direct confrontation with Donald Trump.Also read: Golden Retriever or Labrad: Plan to adopt a dog? Check which variety is right for you
China hopes to reset
Meanwhile, China sees the Canadian election as an opportunity to reshape relations with Ottawa Rock. Beijing is extending its olive branch after years of diplomatic friction, especially after two Canadians were detained in Huawei’s Meng Wanzhou in 2018.
China Ambassador Wang Di told the BBC that China is an opportunity for Ottawa, not a threat. He further said that Beijing is proposing a partnership for “bullying” to the United States.
However, the two leaders remained cautious, if not crucial, stance about China. Carney calls Beijing “Canada’s biggest security threat”, while Poilievre accused them of subverting the world order.
Contrary to China’s expectations, elections have the lowest interest in close relationships. Both candidates emphasized national security and independence.
Domestic pressure has also caused a shadow
Even if international relations are the background of elections, Canadians are concerned only with national issues such as affordability, housing, crime and the economy. Both Carney and Poilievre offer different solutions, but with external pressure from the United States and China, the foreign policy of the next prime minister will be under scrutiny on the first day.
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FAQ:
Q: Why is the United States so interested in Canadian elections?
A: Due to Trump’s tariffs and annexation threat, the United States believes that Canadian leadership is crucial to future trade relations and national security cooperation. The new prime minister may be under renewed pressure from Washington.
Q: What does China expect from the Canadian election?
A: China is looking for a diplomatic reset and hopes to offset the U.S. influence by presenting partnership opportunities to Canada. However, senior Canadian leaders remain cautious about their close ties with Beijing.
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