With Donald Trump set to address the Republican National Convention, Canada’s ambassador to the United States is encouraging Canadians to engage in conversations with Americans about the significance of the countries’ relationship.
Kirsten Hillman, who is present at the convention, suggests that if Canadians find themselves spending time with Americans at the lake this summer, they should seize the opportunity to discuss the fortunate proximity of their nations and the mutual prosperity and security it affords.
The evening of July 18 will mark Mr. Trump’s first public speech since a recent assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania. The convention has rallied support from the Republican base for Mr. Trump, with party members expressing confidence that he will bring unity to both the party and the nation.
However, concerns have been raised by some global leaders regarding the potential implications of a second Trump presidency. The former president has hinted at implementing higher tariffs, withdrawing support for Ukraine, and hesitating to defend NATO members who fail to meet defense spending targets.