Trudeau congratulates Trump on election win, highlights Canada-U.S. partnership

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau congratulated Donald Trump on his recent election victory, emphasizing the strong partnership between Canada and the U.S. Trudeau noted the need for collaboration on issues like trade and security, highlighting past successes in renegotiating trade agreements. Trudeau's government had prepared for Trump's return, acknowledging a more complex geopolitical landscape compared to his first term. Officials expressed concerns about potential challenges, including Trump's protectionist policies and military spending demands, while reaffirming Canada's commitment to its defense partnership with the U.S. Opposition leaders reacted differently, with Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre emphasizing the need to protect Canadian jobs, while New Democrat leader Jagmeet Singh expressed worry about the economic impact of Trump's policies. Trudeau's administration plans to adapt its approach to maintain strong ties with the U.S. under Trump's leadership.