- India,
- 10-Dec-2024 01:00 AM IST
Donald Trump News: America's newly elected President Donald Trump has once again made headlines with his controversial remarks. He has claimed that the US gives subsidies of $100 billion and $300 billion every year to its neighboring countries Canada and Mexico. Trump said that if this is so, then both these countries should become part of America.Trump's question on subsidyIn an interview to NBC News, Trump made a sharp statement and said, "Why are we giving such a big subsidy to Canada and Mexico? If we are giving them subsidies, then they should become a state of America." He also threatened to impose heavy duties on both countries if they fail to stop the flow of illegal immigrants.Tough stance on illegal immigrantsTrump has taken a tough stand on illegal immigrants coming from Canada and Mexico. He warned that if these countries do not take steps to stop the illegal flow of immigrants to the US, he will impose a heavy duty of 25 percent. In this context, Trump also mentioned his personal conversation with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexican President.Trump's argument: 'There will be no impact on Americans'When asked that imposing tariffs could have an inflationary effect on American citizens, Trump dismissed it and said, "It will have no impact on Americans. We have built a strong economy. Imposing tariffs will not harm the country, but will benefit it." He also said that if tariffs are used properly, it can prove to be an effective economic and political tool.Impact on relations with Canada and MexicoTrump, while recalling his talks with the leaders of Canada and Mexico, said that Justin Trudeau immediately reached "Mar-a-Lago" to meet him. He told that he had clearly told both the leaders that if the illegal flow does not stop, then tariffs will be necessary.Economic and political impactThis statement of Donald Trump can not only affect America's relations with its neighboring countries, but can also create a stir in international politics. There has been no official response from Canada and Mexico on his statement.ConclusionDonald Trump's controversial statements often make headlines and this new statement is no different. While on the one hand he is indicating his hardline policies regarding subsidies and tariffs, on the other hand his advice to Canada and Mexico to become a part of America can give rise to a new debate. It will be interesting to see what reactions come at the international level on this statement of his.