In this video, we explore the unexpected alliance forming between Germany and Canada to counter Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on steel, aluminum, and autos—an idea that could sideline standard EU procedures and possibly upend the balance of global trade.
As Berlin contemplates direct cooperation with Ottawa, we ask whether this means a real shift away from the U.S. or if it’s merely a strong negotiating tactic.
We also discuss implications for the EU Commission, which typically oversees trade for member states, and what a potential trade war could mean for American consumers, global industries, and North Atlantic cohesion.
