In Norway, the oil fund has NOK 160 billion in Musk's businesses. There are now discussions about getting rid of this, since the oil fund has strict rules about investing with ethics
There is an awful lot of "discussion" going on about the serious threat the Trump/Musk axis poses to the world. What is needed is action, before it is to late.
I'm Canadian and I think that the massive amount of trust we've put in one country has been a huge mistake and we're all seeing the results of that now I of course want to keep lines open and flowing however I think we all need to make some different decisions moving forward so none of us will be in this position again
As a French and European, I want to see a more united Europe as well. Italy, Germany, France, Spain, and the 23 other members make up the seconde largest economic power in the world, in front of China. We are stronger together! Love to my Italian brothers and sisters accross the Alps!
@@louloubrubru8692 We’re protecting everyone from the Kremlin and China. There plan is for the EU to betray us, Adolf even told them 100 years ago and us, EU will betray us for China. I’ve always said this and I always said it will be UK first because they’re the most untrustworthy people on the planet. Now Trump will cutt a deal with Putin and Russia will own Ukraine, and if our “allies” want to mess around and find out, we can just give the Kremlin the green light to invade EU next. oh wait isn’t Ukraine apart of EU? Oh yea baby goodluck 😂 you guys will be fighting your own wars soon. We aren’t losing any more families to ungrateful spoiled brats who’s families have lived better than 80% of the world for the past 2000 years.
@@riccardopampagnin8681 We’re protecting everyone from the Kremlin and China. There plan is for the EU to betray us, Adolf even told them 100 years ago and us, EU will betray us for China. I’ve always said this and I always said it will be UK first because they’re the most untrustworthy people on the planet. Now Trump will cutt a deal with Putin and Russia will own Ukraine, and if our “allies” want to mess around and find out, we can just give the Kremlin the green light to invade EU next. oh wait isn’t Ukraine apart of EU? Oh yea baby goodluck 😂 you guys will be fighting your own wars soon. We aren’t losing any more families to ungrateful spoiled brats who’s families have lived better than 80% of the world for the past 2000 years.
As a Dutchman, I feel morally obligated to support Canada, knowing they liberated my country back when my grandfather, rest his soul, was young. That, and it's just the right thing to do against this oligarchy. As for the French, they often seem the first to call the shots and I respect that.
As an Italian living in NL I'm scare about the rise of fascism in Italy, Hungary and NL. I stand with Macron about a strong EU and the need to have a common army.
@@marvigli993 Not a big fan of Macron myself, but he's right on this one. Gotta take action and quit thumb twiddling. I always remind myself not to judge an individual for the government of their homeland. And I had the pleasure to meet only decent and kind hearted Italians who want nothing to do with the likes of Meloni. I've been told her approval is dropping. I'd hope so but I just don't know. I don't live there. It is a common trend, the populist right fails to deliver and gets ousted. I worry about the damage they do while they're there. Speaking of damage: Geert's still an arse. So that's a shared trouble we got now that we share this country that in my eyes is as much yours as it is mine. We got a lot of work to do with the mess we're all in, I tell you.
The European countries should buy in EU especially to buy their own weapons. That will hit america the hardest. Increase defense spending but don't buy American
The EU needs to develop its own arms manufacturing particularly in the areas they are dependent on US unique capabilities. Only in that we can Europe be truly independent from the vagaries of a malign US leadership.
As a American I agree because we are tired of supporting Europe they need to do it on there own without US tax money through aid because we need to fix the US and we really dont need anything from other countries we have what we need here in the US.
“This constant lying is not aimed at making the people believe a lie, but at ensuring that no one believes anything anymore. A people that can no longer distinguish between truth and lies cannot distinguish between right and wrong. And such a people, deprived of the power to think and judge, is, without knowing and willing it, completely subjected to the rule of lies. With such a people, you can do whatever you want.” -Hannah Arendt, German historian and philosopher (1906-1975)
and that describes the who? Thought crimes and social credit scores (and soon digital IDs and $) are happening where? It's funny to see all the dum dumbs get torqued by trade equity while ignoring the monster in the room....brain washing is too easy it seems.
@@chelcymcnelis9761 Ironically, almost no one on this planet, because otherwise, the connection between schizophrenia and God would have been discovered.
The UK and Canada are NATO and, in the case of the UK, also a European state even if they are not in the EU. NATO is much more than just the USA. Neither country is alone...
I agree. Trump likes to destroy existing structures in order to pick out the raisins from the rubble and strengthen his position. But it can and will also be against his interests if we turn the tables. Anyone who destroys trust must see where he is left when he needs friends or allies.
It isn't a trade war Europe has been putting huge tariffs on USA for decades the US is simply now going to begin doing the same at the same level back to Europe that's called equality wake up you should read some stuff cuz you obviously are ignorant
I’m a Brit and I completely agree with the French, and support Canada. I never thought I would be so unhappy with the US. What the hell is trump doing, It’s ridiculous.
@ Call it what you want, but he’s destroying every close partnership the US ever had. Do you really believe he can realistically demand these taxes without backlash. We have always been the state’s closest ally. He’s just trampling over these strong relationships like it means nothing. Your economy will ultimately suffer drastically.
I run a woodworking business in Germany. My suppliers are in China, Taiwan, the UK and the USA. Because of uninformed, uneducated, nationalistic and erratic moves made by Trump's America, I'm now in the process of bypassing my US suppliers in favour of suppliers in Asia who will offer me the same (or similar) products at a better price and, ironically, similar-to-better quality. Given that the US manufactures very little in my industry these days and they essentially assemble Chinese wares, even with goodwill, I'd be unable to viably import "Designed in US" or "Assembled in US" products. The US import tariffs on Chinese goods added to the EU import tariffs on US goods make it economically impossible. And my industry is not alone. America is on the verge of making itself irrelevant on physical products. It's a little harder to bypass the US with regards to payments, but we're looking at alternatives. There's definitely a will to exclude the US from European trade, so I'm optimistic we'll find something. Sorry, Trump's America, but if you back out of alliances, deals and friendships, you are essentially helping to "Make America Irrelevant Again".
As a Brit, if there's one country in Europe you don't want to wind up, it is the French. After Hitler's extended French holiday in 1940 they have become ( understandably) less tolerant to threats 🇬🇧🇨🇵
What the Hell are you talking about? Being your not aloud to have free speech in the UK I'm guessing that a EU official has a knife to your throat while you are typing.
France is lashing out because they just got booted out of like 10 African countries. They lost all their gold, diamond and flight paths in those countries. Just last week the French president was begging for those countries to allow French flights back in. In the last 2 months alone they lost 65 million in air travel alone. France is super desperate for new avenues of income and is pulling the rest of Europe into a problem with the U.S. Literally NOBODY is afraid of that country 😂😂
Do you prefer wind up with the US ,you Brits have somethings in common with the US you voted for Brexit to get more freedom well enjoy now , the Americans people will suffer too
As a European (Swedish) I want Europe to federalise and have an independent army. That is the only route that is left for us. It's either that or we just get invade by Russia.
I always thought Sweden has a strong army. Sweden used to conquer most of Russia & Europe in the past, didn't they ? Beside I like the Swede's far more than the American's. You people are cool and have class !
Also, France and Japan have collaborated on nuclear power, specifically on fast neutron reactors. That could lead to France and Japan becoming completely energy independant.
@Dante-d1b Look, appreciate the sentiment, but a collapse of the dollar might not be all that good even for us... Not an economist, but I imagine the collapse of the global reserve doesn't entail anything good.
@@richardhansen342 DO NOT GO CASHLESS, this is what musk wants, to be able to freeze your bank account if you don't fall in line, not conspiracy fact. also i use to work for electronic arts, the games people in a purpose built building overlooking a lake with a bar, restaurant, cinema - we had david couthard and kimi raikonen's F1 cars in the foyer, i was working on formula one 2000 - and the foyer of the office was used in the film "inception" : and totally cash free, so if you forgot your card there was no shop for miles. also. i fell into massive credit card debt, no particular fault of my own, i own my flat mortgage free, and i drove a jag at the time, and i was using foodbanks, if not for cash (cos my bank kicked me) i'd be homeless now -so, plastic is nice, but getting rid of those pennies is just the start of world government......watch "elysium"
As a Montrealer, who has lived in Europe (France) and found an affinity with both the language and culture, I think it's high time that Canada and the EU strengthen their economic and political ties. We can present a united front against the American threat.
I like the sentiment but in Canada we've known these tariffs are coming since November and have done nothing to prepare for the extreme outcomes we will face, and in Europe there's been a major war with a superpower ongoing for three years and they still haven't opened weapons manufacturing facilities to meet the demand necessary to turn the tide. Perhaps we are a good pairing with Europe because I have little faith in the words of any of our leaders to the paired with the necessary action.
I think Canada is still a bit defiant off France due to the Quebec discussion (and how de Gaulle messed up when he went there) but there SURE are things to do with you…
Canada has a 200% tariff on U.S. dairy products. Trump wants fair trade and you Canada to stop letting drug flow over the border into the U.S. with little to no resistance.
The EU is out of line? Who does Donald Trump think he is? The days of America saying jump and countries saying how high are long gone. Time for America to face reality.
As a French dude, I'm just so happy about this situation and I really think we need a European economic AND military defense system. France and Italy have amazing companies that produce excellent military equipment - it will be beneficial for our continent and strengthen our military independence from the US in Europe.
You don't have the will power. Europe has soft woke tiny militaries. The USA has paid $22,000,000,000,000 in the last 75 years to NATO. That's how you afford your effeminate lifestyle. Ungrateful parasites.
@@richardhansen342 Pls learn and try to understand history. Some imperators tried to sow hate between french and german ppl to achieve their own goals. This happens always everywhere in the world. The World could learn from France and Germany one thing: Peace.
@@richardhansen342 History. Lessons learned. Those who know their history will NOT repeat their mistakes. Unlike the US. Think of the Vietnam War, and then the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. See what I mean?
@@richardhansen342 You can't judge modern day Germany for the past without acknowledging that US is repeating their past mistakes as we speak. Now here's to hoping AFD doesn't get a win 'cause that's a guaranteed misery.
I wish. Unfortunately, we can't completely stop babysitting the EU, otherwise WW3 will happen, like every other time the US wasn't there to look after the bickering kids. But if you guys can gain a little independence, we'd love it. Put yourselves first, too! I believe that with enough committees, councils, and stacks of paperwork being filed, you guys can maybe figure out how to be independent in 50-100 years, give or take one or two slightly longer than average squabble sessions you all call political diplomacy.
@ im an australian democratic socialist. Americans - including establishment democrats - chose to go down a route that delivered maga. And now you need to learn the consequences of accepting ANY right wing ideas. And by the way, your attitude tells me exactly what i need to know about you. Youre one of those centrists that wint go left, so you forced everyone to go right, which just makes everything worse. You people have gone blindly the wrong way for decades and now youre in a dead end. Only maga supporter here is you, buddy.
That's laughable all of Europe is nowhere near a superpower Alaska is bigger than all of Central Europe. California and Frances economy are nearly equal.
I hope that Trump's actions result in a stronger Europe, and thus in the future, a better alliance between the US and EU where they are both equals and independent of one another.
@@Pmjay00 If one looks at the import taxes, already the US is being ripped off. An average of 20% in some countries vs 0% to 8% the other way. Kind of unfair looking. An obvious attempt to deter imports and prevent economic growth one way, but not the other.
If there was only something that could unite us europeans is the disgust that causes us a cocky american acting entitled. Thank you Trump, you did the imposible.
@@Damian-rt3rtthat is a ignorant statement.. For instance the eu as Ben buying F 35 like no tomorrow. Meaning that the growth of defei spending also benefits America
@Damian-rt3rt We went to war for you. You dragged us to the middle east bc you just had to take that oil. Now when the enemy is at our door you pull out and divide the spoils of war of with Russia.
As an European (Portugal) i can only hope that EU - and Europe in general - stays strong together and united. The US greed fully took-over and they only consider allies and friends those that are subserviant to their own selfish interests. I don't want to live in a world where people are nothing more than a faceless number to be exploited to the core. It is time for Europe to grow-up and use our own small differences to make us stronger together!
Ok i would give my point of view as european coming from Italy ! I’m not interested at all as Europe is today . We have some countries as France , uk and now Spain that are transforming their roots into islamics countries ! It does not belong to our European cultures and there is not compatibility in leaving togheter ! It’s also for this reason that we see an increase of multiple European countries voting for right and far right . They are upset to be obliged of this voluntary immigration promoted by leftist and big names as soros ! This need to end soon Let’s hope in trump , personally I prefer him then sholz, macron , Sanchez ect
So, let me get this straight. The USA putting up equal trade tariffs is...Greed? The EU has blanket Tariffs against the USA, and that's perfectly okay, but we put up our own, and now we're anti-ally, greedy, and selfish? What does that make you, who put up tariffs against an ally who wasn't putting them up against you, while also supporting you with military, economic, and political power to sustain your government's right to hold their land?
Trump is pulling the military support back right now, just look how he ignores Ukraine in the current war, allying with a clear unjustified agressor in russia.. I dont know about the blanket tariffs you mentioned, could you explain them to me? Generally I also think Trumps ultra agressive behaviour in the tariffs and talks of "integrating" Canada or greenland into the US is a big problem, I think that adds a lot to how the tariffs are perceived. He also just states "I will do this, deal with it", essentially threatening other states. This is not how cooperation works :D
yes good ideas ,look at México, getting away from us ,and soon not sending mexican products to us ,like new EV made in Mexico, and textiles, in future, way to go MÉXICO.
These very countries are following their new norm, against the citizens free speech and for their censorship. People have no clue what is happening in their own countries.
No power in the US is higher than the United States constitution. Europe does not pay for American roads, hospitals or military. So why are we protecting them?
France and the EU should trade more with Canada. As a Canadian I'm so fed up with Trump and his big mouth always disrespecting our national sovereignty. The world must stand together against dictators!
We aren't a weak opponent (like Germany, Italy and Japan were). Stand against the US and you will fall and fall hard. Ask the Japanese about that. Canadians should be thankful for the opportunity to be on the A team. Canada as a 51st state doesn't make Canada strong. It makes Canada invincible - just like us.
But it is more morbid to give even a small bite to foods offered by any Mainland Chinese CCP. We Asians knows that.... Only the western world knows nothing about the dangers of putting trust when transacting with the Chinese under CCP.... they always has nefarious plans laid out at the back of their minds.
As a Portuguese I feel a moral obligation to support Canada even a 2 3 year old child knows the difference between right and wrong. Canada, Europe is by your side!!!
Ok we will see how this goes. We the United States have already had to bail your ass out a couple of times...this is what happens when you bite the hand that feeds you...further more the US shouldn't be paying billions to defend you while you pay nothing...
Just wondering if you ever asked yourself why these countries are willing to have a trade war instead of trade talks to come up with fair deals with all involved? That just goes to show you how unfair all these current trade deals are.
I don't know what country you live in, buti f you are European, you have NO clue about what is going on. There is nothing ethical or morally commendable about the the EU leaders, France, Germany and the others are doing! They are just destroying Europe more rapidly. Name ONE ethical thing they have ever decided! 🤦♀
Indeed and not because Trump, because he will be gone again soon enough but because Russia was able to destabilize the United States enough that they have become an unreliable ally. Trump and the general political climate in the states is just a result of Russia winning the ongoing information war against their old enemy.
So you admit that Europe relies on the United States. That's what Trump is trying to stop. We need to worry about the United States and not take care of the rest of the world. Great point.
Fact is now WE THE AMERICAN PEOPLE can no longer rely on the Federal Government. Wanna be King Drumpffff the Rectum of the Kleptocracy of tRumpistiastan is BIGLY KISSIN PUTIN's COMMUNIST ASS with the apparent goal of killing as many Americans as it can.
France and China should join hands for trade and businesses. I mean, all European countries and Canada should be included too.. It will be very productive..
They did this past weekend and the UK backed out because of Canadian beef. I’m not saying they were wrong. I’m just saying this is what happens with countries even under peril may find something that they don’t like and that’s that. We do have to look after our own countries as well as trade responsibly with other countries, however, I’m beginning to wonder at what cost.
Add the BRICs countries into that mix. America seems to be set on becoming North Korea - complete with The Dear Leader - so let them. When they're ready to rejoin the human race they'll be welcomed back but for now we need to build a wall around that lunatic asylum.
@@CanuckbelgoHardly, all of the countries that he listed are currently being threatened by the US, it makes sense to band together and strengthen their positions, I'd argue you're ignorant of geopolitics.
@@MrJonezy541 Canada is the US' main trading partner but only accounts for 18% of US exports and only 14% of US imports. Here in the EU, we produce practically nothing anymore (thanks to globalism) sooo all this "ganging up on the yanks" is a bit of a fantasy don't you think? Now run along and exercise your neurones hun. They're living in fantasy Island.
Not sure about China... Another agressive empire with a threatening appetite... and one of the toughest dictature in this world... Plus, China supports Russia's agression of Ukraine...
like BRICS? Declaring a trade war before your country is self-sufficient will be seen as a very foolish move by history. Thank goodness there's no "wall" like North Korea.
If he wants nationalism, give it to him. When the world refuses to import or export anything from or to US and they become an island unto themselves. See how long they last. Oh, and that includes Canada turning off the electricity to 1/4 of the States.
Wish the Magapublican House of Representatives and Senate had the balls of France, Canada and others! They are watching what the United States stands for go down the drain.
The MAGA-Maniac's still believe they are right and they are the only competent people to rule with God on their side! Just like a certain Austrian painter
Brexit made UK lose there veto rights. Trump will make America lose there world reserve currency. Mean while Europe is still growing from the fall of the berlin wall in the 80's in size. Half a Trillion in export surplus while the European GDP dwarfs that compared to the GDP of the 300 million Americans. 2.53% intressed rate on the 10 Year European Bond. While America pays 4.5% for intressed and can't even have a positive trade balance.
I know what you mean but I wish people (men in particular!) would stop using the softest, most vulnerable and painful when attacked part of the male body as a symbol for power. Just saying. (I wonder when Trump last saw his!)
I agree. it's only fair to be equal in tariffs. I don't like it, though, if it's increased too much to where trade is almost impossible. I prefer to stay friendly with other countries. I love France and would hate the US to be enemies after so long. Love Canada, too.
The entire country is either hate-filled, ignorant or so uneducated that they talk crap that has nothing to do with what's going on. Best to ignore them and talk to normal people from the other 96% of the planet.
It has been impossible for the citizens of the US to engage with Trump. Unfortunately we have to deal with him!! !!! I'm a citizen and I can't see why he is president. I didn't vote for him! I would not have voted for an active criminal!!! Trump/Musk have their own agendas which doesn't even include the citizens of the USA
A lot of us are boycotting US goods and services to the best of our ability, but the most difficult is the tech - it is basically impossible to avoid microsoft, google, meta etc. if you have to live and work in today's society...
Did you mean "harming others to benefit itself" ? 't' certainly seems to think that the US should grow stronger at everyone elses expense, and suffering. Look how he vilifies Zelensky while he's kissing putin's ass. 't''s been coddled, and has very, very rarely ever been held to account in his entire entitled life. E Jean Carroll is a unicorn in his history.
But its the other way. Some countries in the EU heavily tax the import of foreign goods while the same is less common on average when applied the other way.
Europe is a toothless tiger, and I say this as someone who hopes the best for y’all and someone who despises trump. Trump gave Putin the greenlight, and he’s probably not going to stop at Ukraine. Then just logistically think about how long it will take to have a military that can compete with Russia. I really hope y’all can figure it out, but trump might have created the catalyst for WW3
Not just oil but all goods only traded in dollars, the dollar trade is the only thing that keeps the US economy relevant in the world, to see their economy implode upon itself would be tragic for the average Joe, with those that made it happen just walking away, ultimately I could see that breaking the United States up into two or more countries, whether this would be good or not remains to be seen. Been a little bit of a Trump supporter from afar due to his somewhat maverick policies and not playing the political "game", but if this is bluff to get what he wants then I think he is on very, very thin ice, a dangerous place to be for everyone.
As a Dane, I think it's great to see Macron stepping up to the task. Trump loves strong men. He's the type of person who thinks the outcome of a deal is determined by who has the strongest handshake. Trump isn't a diplomat, he doesn't respond to diplomacy, he only responds to displays of power, so I think Macron is right: Draw a very hard line and make it very clear where Europe stands. I think it's a shame that the EU and US can't continue to be allys, but as long as Trump is in office, the values of the US are too different from ours, and I think recent developments show that they don't value democracy (like trying to sellout Ukraine to Putin or all the mess they have going on at home - or as some of us still remember handing stabbing the Afghan government in the back and handing the power to the Taliban), and don't respect international agreements (like the Paris Agreement), and clearly they don't want to do business as made obvious by the trade war. Those were the three things that made the alliance between us meaningful, so what's left?
Okay. So, let me respond here. 1) Ukraine has refused to hold elections. Their president holds martial law and martial power. He is a dictator. He has failed for years to sort out his own land and his own war, and we've given more equipment and funding to him than all of the EU combined. Several times over. We owe you all nothing, least of all an explanation for why we no longer want to support this obviously corrupt, and incompetent regime in Ukraine. 2) Most americans are also very upset about what happened in afghanistan. Including Trump. Not sure if you were unaware, but Biden was in charge then, and it was a famous failure for him. So famous it cost him the last bit of support he had in the military. 3) Oh, so it's okay for YOU to impose massive tariffs on us, and it's all hunky dory, just run of the mill alliance Tuesday. We're supposed to smile and let you do it. But if we impose equal tariffs on you guys, we suddenly don't want to do business, and are starting a trade war? That's asinine. Get over yourself. You being allowed to rip us off is what made the alliance meaningful? Who needs enemies when we have allies like you?
Macron should start by refusing defense aid from the US. Europeans should put up taxes and pay their own way. They can start conscription for the Ukraine war immediately. Viva France
@agear2 Why do you think free speech is a particularly American value? Denmark was the first country in the world to have a law protecting freedom of speech and freedom of press - before the US was even a country. Besides, we don't really agree with your current version of free speech, our free speech is very different from yours. But no, that's not really what matters. The values I mentioned in my comment are the values I'm talking about. Democracy, diplomacy, and free trade.
I'm a Brit, living in Japan - trying to do my bit. I use Adblock for RUclips, so they get nothing from me, never had or will ever own an Apple device (they just suck), already unsubscribed from Netflix, and use Linux and Libre Office on my PC's, and all my PC components are made in Taiwan, Europe or Japan. Love Maple syrup!!
I thank you. It's horrid that Trump thinks he can annex Canada. We are their biggest trading partner and have family and friends on both sides of the border! He said it would be easy with their military. A threat if I ever heard one. ] We have to hit him where it hurts Money.. ] Thousands of us in Canada and so many other countries refuse to buy U.S. products until he stops his B>S.
We shouldn’t have to work on anything here in Britain as we import more from America than we export. His problem is, he thinks he is the king of the world
🇨🇦🇨🇦 You might think so, that man however is willing to cut off his own nose in spite of his face. On this one when the world is confronted by an irrational being such as an Adolf or a Donald then it is best to work together constructively for the security of everyone. Canada has immense natural resources that can help drive the economy of partner nations in securing a long term politically stable partner in utilizing for their economic requirements. A natural resource (oil, gas, lumber, rare earth minerals, fresh water) isn’t to be seen as a deficit but rather a positive benefit in having the energy/natural resources to produce goods for added value, one can source that material from a reliable partner and friend or from OPEC/China/Russia/Venezuela who do not share values and not secure. Canada & Briton has a history & relationship that goes back more than 100 years and this can be the impetus to reinforce our shared values and to expand on our relationship to bring economic success for the next 100 years. Canada is also looking to strengthen our other trading partners, time to pivot to a new world as the US influence is fast collapsing and once new relationships are formed the new collective partnerships will be able to obtain the security that we all deserve. Cheers. 🇨🇦🇨🇦
That's the way forward. Forget Boeing and buy Airbus (already happening). Forget F35 and buy European fighterjets. Invest in Defense equipment (up the NATO budget), but buy inside Europe and forget the US. And the list goes on. Help Drumpf build that wall, but all around the whole of US and build that wall very high. Let's go!
Denmark and Canada share a land border, on an island west of Greenland. The EU is a close, good partner for Canada. USA no longer is that good partner.
Canada here. Yes we love Denmark and Europe and always have gotten along. Nobody can trust the US and it's not just because of Trump they have always been untrustworthy.
600+Million people in the EU27 Canada and Mexico have decided Voluntarily to Avoid American Made. Regardless of what Brussels Ottawa or Mexico City decide to do with Tariffs imposed by Potus trumpie. 🇮🇪🇪🇺
As an American, I applaud this and please keep going. Many Americans are trying to reduce our own non-essential spending (of our products) to send a message, bring down the economy somewhat, because that will really hit the supreme orange "businessman" where it hurts. Also, people in our country tend to vote mostly on the American economy (infuriating) so this is our biggest hope for tanking DJT. If either his dementia or a sniper do not get him first.
Democracy? Like the Romanian presidential election? Justice? The kind that you get arrested if you say you don't want immigrants? Peace? Like the EU officials painting streets with crayons after terrorist attacks instead of bombing the ones responsible? You western Europeans are a funny lot. Or delusional. Or brainwashed. Take your pick.
when you offend people around you, don't expect to get a warm reaction in return. and i mean EVERYONE around you. not too smart. is it just me or can you see the "crazy" in mr, trump's eyes...?
The problem is that French people hates him and we are at risk to switch to extreme conservatism party « Rassemblement National » in the next Presidential elections… and their party leaders are under Russia’s and Trump’s thumb…
Whith what? Our wonderful economies? Our fearsome armies? Laughable... Our brilliant leaders screeed it up big time and now is paying time... And they are all wetting their pants.
Because a trade war and more investment in the army will cause an economic crisis and our citizens are already unhappy about the economy. Even if it is the good thing to do, i hope we can do it while not sacrificing our poors.
US too, surely more. Business with Nazi was lucrative for american business men, bankers... 1941 to start to fight for " freedom"?Why ? Look at yourself .
Looking for this comment. People seem to forget that we do not charge much tariffs between European union, but do charge them already to external sources. What trump said is that he would apply more to Canada and Mexico as a punishment, but to europe, they would be reciprocal only. To the Chinese is a matter of warfare and not backing down, but to Europe, we just grew accustomed to rely on USA and still spit on the plate when he says he will charge as much as we charge them ngl.
Eu army??? with a mad macron pushing the nuclear button??? who will decide when and how use this army??? think by yourselves instead of listening to mainstream medias and their propaganda!
Almost none of you have met your NATO spending requirements in decades, and none of you were going to life a finger to help Ukraine until the US threw its hat into the ring. I don't expect anything different from any future military alliance.
You can't. The corrupt Marxist elite bureaucrats of the EU has bankrupted and destroyed every European country. By mass migration and stomping on the will of the people in Europe by shutting up people's voices and taking away free speech, the EU has control of you... sad! MAGA! 🇺🇲
While the U.S. holds significant economic and political influence, the international community has shown resilience and a commitment to multilateralism. The EU and other global actors continue to uphold international agreements and collaborate on global challenges, striving to maintain stability and progress even in the absence of U.S. participation. This is how the USA dies - once the dollar is replaced then the USA will have very little teeth.
This is the biggest fear of the US. 100%. If the world walks away from their dollar they are literally done. Only the US has the ability to carry the debt levels they do. Why? The positioning of their dollar only, which is under threat constantly and eroding.
Your international community is not global, not reproducing, and replacing their populations with non community members. Will you make it much further?
What is needed is an alternative to SWIFT , the international payments system. Let the 7.5 billion people use an alternative. The EU should be able to develop one that we can all use, say built on the euro. I'm sure Canada and Mexico along with the EU and all future tariff target of Trump would support. Isolation of the USA is the only way to keep this bully in check. Also like the idea of payments / contracts no longer priced in USD. Better for the whole world.
Let's not stare ourselves blind at the three per cent increase needed for the defence budget. Let's be realistic and make it ten per cent, so this war can be over with. It will only be borrowed money. But if Europe does not do it, this time, to help Ukraine, the cost may well be many, many times higher.
You are so right. Churchill advocated increased military spending to counter the Nazi threat in the mid thirties. No one listened until it was a bit late. The war that could have been prevented by curbing Hitlers ambition early almost bankrupted Britain. The old saying a stich in time saves nine comes to mind.
I don’t disagree, but I’m not sure where all the countries will be if they increase so much. Smaller countries with high taxes and lower wages (hello, Croatia!) will be struggling.
The US is going on about 5% of GDP yet there is reporting in the media they are planning drastic cuts in their own military spending over the next 5 years. So I guess they have no plans to get there as they berate the rest of the world to.
France don't need to get scared of US.,They have their own great weapons and the French from all the World Wars,,.France has a Proven record to take on any country be it US.,On a one to One French Armies will win against the US...They are not Germany...nor Iraly who suck up..French pride and valour is unquestioned..let the US defence try to take on France.... Hot Air
People are already refusing to buy Teslas, here's hoping they take it a step further and refuse things like Amazon, Starbucks and Mc Donalds now too.
@@cindybarber8449 Nah this American is more than happy to let the EU do something other than run their mouth but we all know the reality when it comes to putting boots on the ground, they disappear faster than a fart in the wind. Nice to see another American who has no grasp on the reality that we are 37 trillion dollars in debt and can no longer afford this kind of nonsense. But do your part go defend Ukraine I for one will not miss you.
Despite all the jokes and memes I always respect France the most out of all the European countries. They really let you know that they are not some US pawn, but their own power. They may have alligned interests, but if the US goes out of line then they are not afraid to call it out
we 've been saying it since 1945, after De Gaulle stoped the Allies from "sharing" our Country like they did for Germany. It's only gaining more attention as the recents events seems to proves we were right about being military indepedant. It costs. but it's worth it on the long run.
Australian here, we have obviously been a long time friend and Ally of America, and we currently have a trade deficit with them, but Trump is putting the 25% tariff on our iron and aluminium !!!
Silly you can't ship Steel or Aluminum during a War. We just want our jobs and industry back or the next time you all start a War USA won't come and help.
Don´t worry, you´re not alone. He´s doing that with all of us, there´s hardly anybody left where the US can buy steel and aluminium without tariffs. It will just increase inflation in the US.
Go France, Trump..et 🎺 , spreading all his lies, and terror. France is the perfect candidate for building a super strong modern high-tech defence army. We don't need to be told how to behave by the Trump addemistration. You have forgotten that we can work with Canada and build up new friendship with others countries. France i just love the idea, you guys lead the build of a EU army. And that are because you were never little brother.
You literally can't? Canada is wholly incapable of self-reliance, hence their interest in relying on the EU if they break away from the US. Not that it would work, but it is a thought.
@ you’ll see that in the near future. As America is building walls around itself and renaming things as the orange Donkey Kong in the White House sees fit, Canada is securing news ties all around the world. You may say that it’s the whole points of your argument (America relying on itself) but relying on Poutine and taking over Greenland illegally to secure ore for IPhone and Tesla is really not what I call strategic independence.
Life is a bitch when you can no longer enjoy freebies. Damn, we should have stop defending you for free 80 years ago. Our people wouldn't have to work so hard to pay our taxes to defending ourself and you at the same time. Our country would have been so much richer by now.
The EU is now finally doing what Trump told them to do in his last administration. They are just doing the things Trump has forced them to do. It's Chess. Trump isn't surprised by any of this. He's manipulated the EU into doing it.
Canadian here, I think it time that Canada and all European nations see the US as a treat to democracy. The US is not an ally - a strong stand by all must be taken against the US.
Democracy? They are a Republic. In fact they are no threat to Canada or Europe when it comes to their democracy or lack of. That is pure hyperbolic woke drivel. Canada is nothing but a progressive hell hole ran by deranged progressives. In reality Canada would be no great win to anyone. Especially to deal with as they offer little in return other than their ideological mind virus and TDS.
Mind your own communist country, You have a freaken criminal running your country, who's daddy is Castro, So you want America to give your country 200 billion a year, and protect in case of war, but won't pay tariffs but America has to.. You must be a freaken liberal..Even God says liberals are evil, but you don't believe in Jesus do you?
The U.S.A. as it is now, under that administration, is indeed, a threat to democracy everywhere. The problem in this "the U.S. is not an ally" sentiment, is the fact that the American people, that is, the sane, decent, upstanding Americans, that oppose this insanity, that did not vote for this lunacy, do not deserve to be vilified/ forgotten/ left behind - and certainly not, made out to be our enemies. The adminstration came to power by dividing Americans, it is now flexing that power, by getting the rest of the world to see them all as the enemy, so the lunatics can say "see, told you, they hate us, so, we have the right to impose ridiculous tariffs on them, make them defend themselves, etc. ". This is all part of the same isolationist plan - "America First" really means, the rest of the world last. We have a very big problem, in the free world, the 'civilised' West, and that is overcoming extreme right-wing autocrats, in order to restore faith in democracy - when all around us, democracy is being attacked, and unity made out to be a dirty word. We must take a strong stand, but, it is against the U.S. adminstration, not the American people. We all have to remain calm and focussed, because the problem grows bigger every day, and is going to be very difficult to solve. It's a sad time in global politics, that's for sure. Only four more years to go...
The U.S.A. as it is now, under that administration, is indeed, a threat to democracy everywhere. The problem in this "the U.S. is not an ally" sentiment, is the fact that the American people, that is, the sane, decent, upstanding Americans, that oppose this insanity, that did not vote for this lunacy, do not deserve to be vilified/ forgotten/ left behind - and certainly not, made out to be our enemies. The adminstration came to power by dividing Americans, it is now flexing that power, by getting the rest of the world to see them all as the enemy, so the lunatics can say "see, told you, they hate us, so, we have the right to impose ridiculous tariffs on them, make them defend themselves, etc. ". This is all part of the same isolationist plan - "America First" really means, the rest of the world last. We have a very big problem, in the free world, the 'civillised' West, and that is overcoming extreme right-wing autocrats, in order to restore faith in democracy - when all around us, democracy is being attacked, and unity made out to be a dirty word. We must take a strong stand, but, it is against the U.S. adminstration, not the American people. We all have to remain calm and focussed, because the problem grows bigger every day, and is going to be very difficult to solve. It's a sad time in global politics, that's for sure. Only four more years to go...
@@jasons44 Nah, if they want to do business with the ccp fair enough. You won't sell them anything, but they got a load of very cheap electric cars. Probably end the auto sector in europe, but hey ho that President Xi seems a nice chap.... chattering children.
We have to get in a position where we are not reliant on the USA for anything, yes Russia is a danger but seeing the results of one country (Ukraine) being able to stop and inflict massive damage on Russia's military by mainly a civilian army with little to zero experience shows they aren't the force they once claimed to be. Strengthening European defense and military is a must and America will soon feel isolated if Europe doesn't need them as much.
Then EU puts tariffs on Iphones, Google, Amazon, Coca Cola, Monster Energy, Ford, Fast food etc. We can do all these in Europe. We can do better cellphones if we want, we can do search sides or anything that come from US.
@@dietmarstahl8888 we have been saying this FOR YEARS: there's no industry to be made if you import everything and have done so for years, the moment there's a change in this balance the whole thing collapses. The skilled labour is too old to be teaching, while fresh workers are not skilled enough (yet require much more learning time to get a good enough paper) so they're not chosen, because it's easier to get more specialized workforce from outside. im afraid things are in a far more advanced state to solve much in my opinion, not to mention the eu countries are too separated in interests to unite completely
It's breaking my heart and my life. , I didn't vote for him and he cheated with algorithms and his satellite system. Send Musk home it's mortifying and embarrassing for most of us.
@@yannicklucas1836 le Général, il avait raison sur toute la lignée, la plupart des français d'aujourd'hui sont ingrats, mais ceux qui comprennent l'histoire savent qu'ils nous sauve plus de 60 ans après... Ils les a fait dégagés les opportunistes.
Dane here, I think it's time we in Europe start seeing the US as a threat and not as an ally.
America aligned with Russia makes America an enemy of Europe and the UK.
As an American sadly I agree. trump/musk are Russian assets who answer only to putin.
This German agrees.
I'm an American but I agree. The US simply cannot be trusted anymore.
Not the US, HIM
Bottom line, the EU has to become more autonomous and disconnected from the US.
Everyone does
And stop seeing the USA as allies, more like foreign trading block.... in last place.
Why, aren't they the US' biggest customer? I thought we were running our country like a business now?
@@Plasticcat56 You might have noticed that most of Trump's businesses went bankrupt.
Please DO!
In Norway, the oil fund has NOK 160 billion in Musk's businesses. There are now discussions about getting rid of this, since the oil fund has strict rules about investing with ethics
Do it Norway. Divest from Felon Muck.
That's the kind of response that will have meanful success.
There is an awful lot of "discussion" going on about the serious threat the Trump/Musk axis poses to the world. What is needed is action, before it is to late.
Ethics? 😊 Not all have ethics unfortunately.
I'm Canadian and I think that the massive amount of trust we've put in one country has been a huge mistake and we're all seeing the results of that now
I of course want to keep lines open and flowing however I think we all need to make some different decisions moving forward so none of us will be in this position again
As a italian i want Europe to embrace the french strategic independency
lol your country is a dump.
Okay Mussolini
As a French and European, I want to see a more united Europe as well. Italy, Germany, France, Spain, and the 23 other members make up the seconde largest economic power in the world, in front of China. We are stronger together! Love to my Italian brothers and sisters accross the Alps!
@@louloubrubru8692 We’re protecting everyone from the Kremlin and China.
There plan is for the EU to betray us, Adolf even told them 100 years ago and us, EU will betray us for China. I’ve always said this and I always said it will be UK first because they’re the most untrustworthy people on the planet.
Now Trump will cutt a deal with Putin and Russia will own Ukraine, and if our “allies” want to mess around and find out, we can just give the Kremlin the green light to invade EU next. oh wait isn’t Ukraine apart of EU? Oh yea baby goodluck 😂 you guys will be fighting your own wars soon.
We aren’t losing any more families to ungrateful spoiled brats who’s families have lived better than 80% of the world for the past 2000 years.
@@riccardopampagnin8681 We’re protecting everyone from the Kremlin and China.
There plan is for the EU to betray us, Adolf even told them 100 years ago and us, EU will betray us for China. I’ve always said this and I always said it will be UK first because they’re the most untrustworthy people on the planet.
Now Trump will cutt a deal with Putin and Russia will own Ukraine, and if our “allies” want to mess around and find out, we can just give the Kremlin the green light to invade EU next. oh wait isn’t Ukraine apart of EU? Oh yea baby goodluck 😂 you guys will be fighting your own wars soon.
We aren’t losing any more families to ungrateful spoiled brats who’s families have lived better than 80% of the world for the past 2000 years.
As a Dutchman, I feel morally obligated to support Canada, knowing they liberated my country back when my grandfather, rest his soul, was young.
That, and it's just the right thing to do against this oligarchy.
As for the French, they often seem the first to call the shots and I respect that.
As an Italian living in NL I'm scare about the rise of fascism in Italy, Hungary and NL. I stand with Macron about a strong EU and the need to have a common army.
@@marvigli993 Not a big fan of Macron myself, but he's right on this one. Gotta take action and quit thumb twiddling.
I always remind myself not to judge an individual for the government of their homeland. And I had the pleasure to meet only decent and kind hearted Italians who want nothing to do with the likes of Meloni.
I've been told her approval is dropping. I'd hope so but I just don't know. I don't live there. It is a common trend, the populist right fails to deliver and gets ousted. I worry about the damage they do while they're there.
Speaking of damage:
Geert's still an arse. So that's a shared trouble we got now that we share this country that in my eyes is as much yours as it is mine.
We got a lot of work to do with the mess we're all in, I tell you.
Canada here, appreciate your words, and we do like the Dutch very much too !
My father was part of that force! 1st Canadian division. He ended the war in Ulianadorp.
Idd.. time for europa to stand together. And make good deals with Canada
At no time has the saying “United we stand, divided we fall” held more truth than right now.
Nobody wants the US now.
You will "FALL" as pray to the "WEF" Global Agenda by following anything Macron says.
Well said
No. Divided, America has fallen.
Ignorance is a bliss these times
The European countries should buy in EU especially to buy their own weapons. That will hit america the hardest. Increase defense spending but don't buy American
European weapons are better anyways.
LOL yerp Please buy EU weapons.....One sided war LOLOL
some of those weapons are joint adventures with the United States so the us can stop funding
The EU needs to develop its own arms manufacturing particularly in the areas they are dependent on US unique capabilities. Only in that we can Europe be truly independent from the vagaries of a malign US leadership.
As a American I agree because we are tired of supporting Europe they need to do it on there own without US tax money through aid because we need to fix the US and we really dont need anything from other countries we have what we need here in the US.
“This constant lying is not aimed at making the people believe a lie, but at ensuring that no one believes anything anymore.
A people that can no longer distinguish between truth and lies cannot distinguish between right and wrong. And such a people, deprived of the power to think and judge, is, without knowing and willing it, completely subjected to the rule of lies.
With such a people, you can do whatever you want.”
-Hannah Arendt, German historian and philosopher (1906-1975)
Fooking eh, Padre!!
and that describes the who? Thought crimes and social credit scores (and soon digital IDs and $) are happening where? It's funny to see all the dum dumbs get torqued by trade equity while ignoring the monster in the room....brain washing is too easy it seems.
That may be true of many people. However, God has given many of us decernment. With that we can tell lies from truth.🙏🌎
@@jackisears367yes Many but not enough. unfortunately i dont think that many people have a true relationship with their Creator 😢
@@chelcymcnelis9761 Ironically, almost no one on this planet, because otherwise, the connection between schizophrenia and God would have been discovered.
The EU does not need the US to survive. Neither does the UK or Canada. We can not just survive but thrive if we stand together.
The UK and Canada are NATO and, in the case of the UK, also a European state even if they are not in the EU. NATO is much more than just the USA. Neither country is alone...
Hey EU. Canada here. Got any more of them invites?
Awesome! As a US citizen, I agree and I can KEEP MY TAX money that's been protecting you. I'm totally done with the EU. Do it on your own!
go back to ww2 y'all would be flying german or russian flags if not fo the united States.
Ha ha ha ignorant
As a pro-EU german: I agree and hope that Macron shows europes possibilities against (any) trade war attempts. I 'd like to welcome Canada in EU.
I agree. Trump likes to destroy existing structures in order to pick out the raisins from the rubble and strengthen his position. But it can and will also be against his interests if we turn the tables. Anyone who destroys trust must see where he is left when he needs friends or allies.
It isn't a trade war Europe has been putting huge tariffs on USA for decades the US is simply now going to begin doing the same at the same level back to Europe that's called equality wake up you should read some stuff cuz you obviously are ignorant
Me too.
Follow Macron to Mecca ?
Canadian here we would be happy to join the EU.
The europeans ought to buy only European defence equipment. Screw the American arms industry.
currently we are all dependent on US tech / updates. It is going to take a long time to get rid of this
P!ease do it will help us break the MIC Intel control of our congressman
@@johnlipsz4109
RAmen to that, brother.
Please, screw the American arms industry---as thoroughly as possible!
Canada develops defence technology & has a healthy availability weapons. Look at our exports. 🇨🇦
I’m a Brit and I completely agree with the French, and support Canada. I never thought I would be so unhappy with the US. What the hell is trump doing, It’s ridiculous.
It's called fiscal responsibility. Can you balance your checkbook ?
@ Call it what you want, but he’s destroying every close partnership the US ever had. Do you really believe he can realistically demand these taxes without backlash. We have always been the state’s closest ally. He’s just trampling over these strong relationships like it means nothing. Your economy will ultimately suffer drastically.
I run a woodworking business in Germany. My suppliers are in China, Taiwan, the UK and the USA. Because of uninformed, uneducated, nationalistic and erratic moves made by Trump's America, I'm now in the process of bypassing my US suppliers in favour of suppliers in Asia who will offer me the same (or similar) products at a better price and, ironically, similar-to-better quality. Given that the US manufactures very little in my industry these days and they essentially assemble Chinese wares, even with goodwill, I'd be unable to viably import "Designed in US" or "Assembled in US" products. The US import tariffs on Chinese goods added to the EU import tariffs on US goods make it economically impossible. And my industry is not alone. America is on the verge of making itself irrelevant on physical products. It's a little harder to bypass the US with regards to payments, but we're looking at alternatives. There's definitely a will to exclude the US from European trade, so I'm optimistic we'll find something.
Sorry, Trump's America, but if you back out of alliances, deals and friendships, you are essentially helping to "Make America Irrelevant Again".
Bravo well said from Canada.
To be honest I think a lot of countries will do the same, and they've only got Trump and the yes men around him to blame.
Im American and I’m Sorry friend Nobody in my home voted for Trump. Many Americans are fools
empire of wars and state of chaos
I agree with you totally, and we deserve it.
As a Brit, if there's one country in Europe you don't want to wind up, it is the French. After Hitler's extended French holiday in 1940 they have become ( understandably) less tolerant to threats 🇬🇧🇨🇵
What the Hell are you talking about? Being your not aloud to have free speech in the UK I'm guessing that a EU official has a knife to your throat while you are typing.
France is lashing out because they just got booted out of like 10 African countries. They lost all their gold, diamond and flight paths in those countries. Just last week the French president was begging for those countries to allow French flights back in. In the last 2 months alone they lost 65 million in air travel alone. France is super desperate for new avenues of income and is pulling the rest of Europe into a problem with the U.S. Literally NOBODY is afraid of that country 😂😂
@@Its-DeiTy Oh crap, minus 65 millions in air travel, what a calamity, we are so doomed! /o\
@@Its-DeiTy Hahaha, you told them idiots.
Do you prefer wind up with the US ,you Brits have somethings in common with the US you voted for Brexit to get more freedom well enjoy now , the Americans people will suffer too
As a European (Swedish) I want Europe to federalise and have an independent army.
That is the only route that is left for us. It's either that or we just get invade by Russia.
@@GegoXaren I support that. NATO apparently doesn't mean anything, unfortunately.
I always thought Sweden has a strong army. Sweden used to conquer most of Russia & Europe in the past, didn't they ? Beside I like the Swede's far more than the American's. You people are cool and have class !
@@emilschattner3407 A lot of that army was compromised of other Europenas like Germans.
It's a joke ,a European army when no one can agree with anything except export more Muslims to England.
Get lost - No support to Fascism or Nazis.
I believe the EU is already in the process of changing buying liquified natural gas (LNG) from Canada rather than the US.
you are right.
Also, France and Japan have collaborated on nuclear power, specifically on fast neutron reactors. That could lead to France and Japan becoming completely energy independant.
@@Artahe I guess it will take many years before that technology is used, no ?
@ I admittedly don't have more information than that, so I don't know the answer. Still, I'd say that's pretty logical, yes.
Trumps Tariff Will Ruin the economy
No more trading in US dollars either. Ditch the US dollar as the global currency.
Gonna happen anyway. Then we can start laughing at you and your fake money too.
@ I’d say go pick up your social security checks but you’ll be cut off from those soon enough.
@Dante-d1b Look, appreciate the sentiment, but a collapse of the dollar might not be all that good even for us... Not an economist, but I imagine the collapse of the global reserve doesn't entail anything good.
@@richardhansen342 DO NOT GO CASHLESS, this is what musk wants, to be able to freeze your bank account if you don't fall in line, not conspiracy fact.
also i use to work for electronic arts, the games people in a purpose built building overlooking a lake with a bar, restaurant, cinema - we had david couthard and kimi raikonen's F1 cars in the foyer, i was working on formula one 2000 - and the foyer of the office was used in the film "inception" : and totally cash free, so if you forgot your card there was no shop for miles.
also.
i fell into massive credit card debt, no particular fault of my own, i own my flat mortgage free, and i drove a jag at the time, and i was using foodbanks, if not for cash (cos my bank kicked me) i'd be homeless now -so, plastic is nice, but getting rid of those pennies is just the start of world government......watch "elysium"
What do you have?
As a Montrealer, who has lived in Europe (France) and found an affinity with both the language and culture, I think it's high time that Canada and the EU strengthen their economic and political ties. We can present a united front against the American threat.
I like the sentiment but in Canada we've known these tariffs are coming since November and have done nothing to prepare for the extreme outcomes we will face, and in Europe there's been a major war with a superpower ongoing for three years and they still haven't opened weapons manufacturing facilities to meet the demand necessary to turn the tide. Perhaps we are a good pairing with Europe because I have little faith in the words of any of our leaders to the paired with the necessary action.
American here - please do and never give in the way the GOP has given in to this dick-tater. ❤️🇨🇦🇲🇽
Lol fuk off with affinity with the "european" culture. France can suck it. Kindly from italy
Fédération de l'Union européenne et du Canada. Federation of the European Union and Canada.
I think Canada is still a bit defiant off France due to the Quebec discussion (and how de Gaulle messed up when he went there) but there SURE are things to do with you…
Canada has huge undeveloped resources and this is what trump wants, as a Canadian I believe Europe needs to step up and build economic ties
canada can now export its oil west compensating the exports through the south bypassing the usa for the asian market. Smart move
Canada has a 200% tariff on U.S. dairy products. Trump wants fair trade and you Canada to stop letting drug flow over the border into the U.S. with little to no resistance.
@ Fact check: Canada makes up just 0.2% of US border fentanyl seizures
What?? Lol 😂 We aren't getting "drugs" from Canada, you imbecile.
@@jay2thedubMore drugs come from the US into Canada than the other way around 🤨
The EU is out of line? Who does Donald Trump think he is? The days of America saying jump and countries saying how high are long gone. Time for America to face reality.
Oh please what’s France’s gdp
Trump now jumps when Putin says Jump. That is now the new reality. The US will be no different than Russia.
@@patrickfrance7097it’s not just one country….whats the world vs America?
@@patrickfrance7097Americans are proud now to be associated with Putjn?????
Trump is forcing the world to align with China. Who would have ever thought!
As a French dude, I'm just so happy about this situation and I really think we need a European economic AND military defense system. France and Italy have amazing companies that produce excellent military equipment - it will be beneficial for our continent and strengthen our military independence from the US in Europe.
You don't have the will power. Europe has soft woke tiny militaries. The USA has paid $22,000,000,000,000 in the last 75 years to NATO. That's how you afford your effeminate lifestyle. Ungrateful parasites.
As a dual US/EU citizen, I agree.
et créera de l'emploi !
If you think the Germans, Poles, Czechs and Dutch will buy French equipment, you are delusional
@@fabricehaubois2442 well they can buy British arms and technology ……. We’re quite good at it!
We should all boycott American goods.
As a German I say to France: Do what is necesarry and you will always have the support of Germany. Bcs. Germany and France are friends!
Except in Napoleon 's WW1 WW2 times
@@richardhansen342 Pls learn and try to understand history. Some imperators tried to sow hate between french and german ppl to achieve their own goals.
This happens always everywhere in the world. The World could learn from France and Germany one thing: Peace.
@@richardhansen342 History. Lessons learned. Those who know their history will NOT repeat their mistakes. Unlike the US. Think of the Vietnam War, and then the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. See what I mean?
@@fritz7361as a french, i agree with you :)
@@richardhansen342 You can't judge modern day Germany for the past without acknowledging that US is repeating their past mistakes as we speak.
Now here's to hoping AFD doesn't get a win 'cause that's a guaranteed misery.
Good job Mr President, Europe can stand on their own.
Trump Sucks
If the USA wants isolation and wants to be first, then give it complete isolation and let the americans play with themselves.
They have made enemies all over the world. They will cry when their cities are burning and europe are busy working with allies to the east.
I wish. Unfortunately, we can't completely stop babysitting the EU, otherwise WW3 will happen, like every other time the US wasn't there to look after the bickering kids. But if you guys can gain a little independence, we'd love it. Put yourselves first, too! I believe that with enough committees, councils, and stacks of paperwork being filed, you guys can maybe figure out how to be independent in 50-100 years, give or take one or two slightly longer than average squabble sessions you all call political diplomacy.
But I do know exactly what you mean..
Good to see you have joined the MAGA movement. Trump wants exactly that.
@ im an australian democratic socialist. Americans - including establishment democrats - chose to go down a route that delivered maga. And now you need to learn the consequences of accepting ANY right wing ideas. And by the way, your attitude tells me exactly what i need to know about you. Youre one of those centrists that wint go left, so you forced everyone to go right, which just makes everything worse. You people have gone blindly the wrong way for decades and now youre in a dead end. Only maga supporter here is you, buddy.
As a European, im very angry about our leaders, not realising that united, we would be the biggest superpower in the world.
@@chrissssa Orban has been using his veto as if he was Putin
Macron asked européan army from 2018...
@NG-mj8ik there is 26 more
That's laughable all of Europe is nowhere near a superpower Alaska is bigger than all of Central Europe. California and Frances economy are nearly equal.
@ Europe (EU) is the biggest single trading block in the world - yes, bigger than the USA, bigger than China. Your ignorance is on show.
Free trade between Canada & the EU! Ignore the War!
@ Nice to meet you too. Regardless of what signature of currency you choose to use. The end results will be the same.
@Teala-j4l they are in the walls, MAAANNN!!!🤣🤣
@Teala-j4l if you're that paranoid, why do you live in the digital world 😂
Nutcase 😂
@Teala-j4l The first country to do this will be the US. Why else do you think Trump is ganging up with Tech Oligarchs?
So how are they going to ignore the war ?
I hope that Trump's actions result in a stronger Europe, and thus in the future, a better alliance between the US and EU where they are both equals and independent of one another.
I do hope that they can find a way to sound like true partners because China and Russia are unquestionably looking for weakness.
what about criminal Biden who started this war?
I think the EU and other countries will have no choice but to strengthen. However, the US will not have the benefit of allies, sadly.
@@Pmjay00 EU is extremely corrupt
@@Pmjay00 If one looks at the import taxes, already the US is being ripped off. An average of 20% in some countries vs 0% to 8% the other way.
Kind of unfair looking. An obvious attempt to deter imports and prevent economic growth one way, but not the other.
If there was only something that could unite us europeans is the disgust that causes us a cocky american acting entitled. Thank you Trump, you did the imposible.
Rather it’s the Europeans that feel entitled to American paid protection. The gravy train is over
@@Damian-rt3rtthat is a ignorant statement.. For instance the eu as Ben buying F 35 like no tomorrow. Meaning that the growth of defei spending also benefits America
@Damian-rt3rt We went to war for you. You dragged us to the middle east bc you just had to take that oil. Now when the enemy is at our door you pull out and divide the spoils of war of with Russia.
he united canada to but is to stupid to realise it yet-god bless europe,canadas friends
@@Damian-rt3rt Get back under your maga rock!
As an European (Portugal) i can only hope that EU - and Europe in general - stays strong together and united. The US greed fully took-over and they only consider allies and friends those that are subserviant to their own selfish interests. I don't want to live in a world where people are nothing more than a faceless number to be exploited to the core. It is time for Europe to grow-up and use our own small differences to make us stronger together!
Ok i would give my point of view as european coming from Italy ! I’m not interested at all as Europe is today . We have some countries as France , uk and now Spain that are transforming their roots into islamics countries ! It does not belong to our European cultures and there is not compatibility in leaving togheter !
It’s also for this reason that we see an increase of multiple European countries voting for right and far right . They are upset to be obliged of this voluntary immigration promoted by leftist and big names as soros !
This need to end soon
Let’s hope in trump , personally I prefer him then sholz, macron , Sanchez ect
So, let me get this straight. The USA putting up equal trade tariffs is...Greed? The EU has blanket Tariffs against the USA, and that's perfectly okay, but we put up our own, and now we're anti-ally, greedy, and selfish? What does that make you, who put up tariffs against an ally who wasn't putting them up against you, while also supporting you with military, economic, and political power to sustain your government's right to hold their land?
Trump is pulling the military support back right now, just look how he ignores Ukraine in the current war, allying with a clear unjustified agressor in russia.. I dont know about the blanket tariffs you mentioned, could you explain them to me?
Generally I also think Trumps ultra agressive behaviour in the tariffs and talks of "integrating" Canada or greenland into the US is a big problem, I think that adds a lot to how the tariffs are perceived. He also just states "I will do this, deal with it", essentially threatening other states. This is not how cooperation works :D
Hear hear! I'm with you! I think most of us in Europe are. Good luck to us all...
yes good ideas ,look at México, getting away from us ,and soon not sending mexican products to us ,like new EV made in Mexico, and textiles, in future, way to go MÉXICO.
Do what Canada is doing don’t buy us products and services
How well is that working? LOL
How many millions is Trudy a.k.a. BLACKFACE going to spend on immigration upgrades at the border and how many personnel is he sending to the border?
@@MrLilhauughh good actually.
@ great, you buy a lot more from us than we buy from you. That's why that idiot Trump is so pissed off. How are your eggs these days? lol
Lame excuse for Canada kissing Europe ass
Europe must stand together.
Trump says "EU is way out of line." It is the US under him is who is out of line. And I'm a US citizen (or is it subject).
These very countries are following their new norm, against the citizens free speech and for their censorship. People have no clue what is happening in their own countries.
Not even subject. We're more like serfs.
YOU NAILED IT🇺🇸
Same here, but added stuck in Idaho, the Florida of the Northwest
No power in the US is higher than the United States constitution. Europe does not pay for American roads, hospitals or military. So why are we protecting them?
France and the EU should trade more with Canada. As a Canadian I'm so fed up with Trump and his big mouth always disrespecting our national sovereignty. The world must stand together against dictators!
I want a wall in the north too.
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We aren't a weak opponent (like Germany, Italy and Japan were). Stand against the US and you will fall and fall hard. Ask the Japanese about that. Canadians should be thankful for the opportunity to be on the A team. Canada as a 51st state doesn't make Canada strong. It makes Canada invincible - just like us.
MJ. USA is supporting Canada to the tune of 350 billion a year.
We are sick of Canada freeloading on USA.
We are with you, Canada! We are fed up, disgusted and TERRIFIED!!!
“It may be dangerous to be America's enemy, but to be America's friend is fatal.”
― Henry Kissinger
The Traitor small hat was part of why we had trouble
yeah says the Jew responsible for 90% of US foreign policy
@ the orange small brained mushroom is worse
Just leave it alone.
But it is more morbid to give even a small bite to foods offered by any Mainland Chinese CCP.
We Asians knows that....
Only the western world knows nothing about the dangers of putting trust when transacting with the Chinese under CCP.... they always has nefarious plans laid out at the back of their minds.
As a Portuguese I feel a moral obligation to support Canada even a 2 3 year old child knows the difference between right and wrong.
Canada, Europe is by your side!!!
Thank you Mexico, Canada, France, the UK, and Germany and many others. They are showing what it means to be ethical leaders.
Ok we will see how this goes. We the United States have already had to bail your ass out a couple of times...this is what happens when you bite the hand that feeds you...further more the US shouldn't be paying billions to defend you while you pay nothing...
If you dont like your human rights, then right on!
Backing Israeli genocide is ethical. They are all amoral criminals with little ethics.
Just wondering if you ever asked yourself why these countries are willing to have a trade war instead of trade talks to come up with fair deals with all involved? That just goes to show you how unfair all these current trade deals are.
I don't know what country you live in, buti f you are European, you have NO clue about what is going on. There is nothing ethical or morally commendable about the the EU leaders, France, Germany and the others are doing! They are just destroying Europe more rapidly.
Name ONE ethical thing they have ever decided! 🤦♀
This is a wake up call for Europe to no longer rely on the US and stand on their own feet.
Indeed and not because Trump, because he will be gone again soon enough but because Russia was able to destabilize the United States enough that they have become an unreliable ally. Trump and the general political climate in the states is just a result of Russia winning the ongoing information war against their old enemy.
So you admit that Europe relies on the United States. That's what Trump is trying to stop. We need to worry about the United States and not take care of the rest of the world. Great point.
If the USA fails the world fails. The dollar fails and no opposition to China and Russia worldwide will take place. Be careful what you wish for.
Fact is now WE THE AMERICAN PEOPLE can no longer rely on the Federal Government. Wanna be King Drumpffff the Rectum of the Kleptocracy of tRumpistiastan is BIGLY KISSIN PUTIN's COMMUNIST ASS with the apparent goal of killing as many Americans as it can.
And pay for their own defense!
France and China should join hands for trade and businesses. I mean, all European countries and Canada should be included too.. It will be very productive..
They did this past weekend and the UK backed out because of Canadian beef. I’m not saying they were wrong. I’m just saying this is what happens with countries even under peril may find something that they don’t like and that’s that. We do have to look after our own countries as well as trade responsibly with other countries, however, I’m beginning to wonder at what cost.
Its already starting! The citizens want it also!
@@JKa-o4w France and Europe? Did I miss some "Frexit"? EU is an economic union, that's like the main thing.
America is almost a lost cause, failed democracy!🏴☠
France and Canada = genderless communists!
I think, Mexico, Canada, EU should work on trade agreements and leave USA or of this.
Then you are putting on full public display your total ignorance of geopolitics.
Add the BRICs countries into that mix.
America seems to be set on becoming North Korea - complete with The Dear Leader - so let them.
When they're ready to rejoin the human race they'll be welcomed back but for now we need to build a wall around that lunatic asylum.
@@CanuckbelgoHardly, all of the countries that he listed are currently being threatened by the US, it makes sense to band together and strengthen their positions, I'd argue you're ignorant of geopolitics.
@@MrJonezy541 Canada is the US' main trading partner but only accounts for 18% of US exports and only 14% of US imports.
Here in the EU, we produce practically nothing anymore (thanks to globalism) sooo all this "ganging up on the yanks" is a bit of a fantasy don't you think?
Now run along and exercise your neurones hun. They're living in fantasy Island.
@MrJonezy541 Don't worry, the way most of Europe is going, it will be a communist Islamic state in 10 years. 😵💫
Well at least the EU is thinking about their own security instead of leaving it to others
There’s a very simple answer to all this simply France, Mexico, Canada, and China all make a huge trade agreement
Not sure about China... Another agressive empire with a threatening appetite... and one of the toughest dictature in this world... Plus, China supports Russia's agression of Ukraine...
like BRICS? Declaring a trade war before your country is self-sufficient will be seen as a very foolish move by history. Thank goodness there's no "wall" like North Korea.
If he wants nationalism, give it to him. When the world refuses to import or export anything from or to US and they become an island unto themselves. See how long they last. Oh, and that includes Canada turning off the electricity to 1/4 of the States.
France goes with Europe but thanks for the idea
México has already started doing exactly that.
Wish the Magapublican House of Representatives and Senate had the balls of France, Canada and others! They are watching what the United States stands for go down the drain.
Absolutely. Do you know how hard it is to get a Canadian mad? Once there, we don't back down, and we stay united for the fight.
You realize this AI fake news don't you? Ya know like CNN and MSNBC.
The MAGA-Maniac's still believe they are right and they are the only competent people to rule with God on their side!
Just like a certain Austrian painter
Brexit made UK lose there veto rights. Trump will make America lose there world reserve currency.
Mean while Europe is still growing from the fall of the berlin wall in the 80's in size.
Half a Trillion in export surplus while the European GDP dwarfs that compared to the GDP of the 300 million Americans.
2.53% intressed rate on the 10 Year European Bond. While America pays 4.5% for intressed and can't even have a positive trade balance.
I know what you mean but I wish people (men in particular!) would stop using the softest, most vulnerable and painful when attacked part of the male body as a symbol for power. Just saying.
(I wonder when Trump last saw his!)
Matching tariffs is perfectly fine. Equal trade unless the EU expected the imbalance to continue.
I agree. it's only fair to be equal in tariffs. I don't like it, though, if it's increased too much to where trade is almost impossible. I prefer to stay friendly with other countries. I love France and would hate the US to be enemies after so long. Love Canada, too.
This is how you report a story.
Research and tell it all.
Thank you.
It has become impossible to engage in civilized discussions with the US these days.
The US has mostly been destroyed without a shot fired.
The entire country is either hate-filled, ignorant or so uneducated that they talk crap that has nothing to do with what's going on.
Best to ignore them and talk to normal people from the other 96% of the planet.
It has been impossible for the citizens of the US to engage with Trump. Unfortunately we have to deal with him!! !!! I'm a citizen and I can't see why he is president. I didn't vote for him! I would not have voted for an active criminal!!! Trump/Musk have their own agendas which doesn't even include the citizens of the USA
@@feliscatusmitis Trump and his henchmen are similar to Himmler, Gobbels and Goring.
Oh, you mean you can push Trump around like you did Obiden? LOL
Stop buying from apple, dell, nike, coca cola, mac donalds, tesla etc...
Don’t care for teslas but I’m getting my Big Mac with a large coke and Jordan’s
Add Walmart who is already feeling the crunch. Target also
A lot of us are boycotting US goods and services to the best of our ability, but the most difficult is the tech - it is basically impossible to avoid microsoft, google, meta etc. if you have to live and work in today's society...
What brand is your iphone?😂
@@uniniversalstar1974 Walmart is called ASDA here in the UK, just to throw it out for anyone that didnt know lol
I went shopping 2 days ago and checked where everything was made. I won't buy anything from the united states. 😡
You are not going to have a big problem. Not many labels with made in USa
@@magdalenastanciumaybe canned goods.?
Who cares @@magdalenastanciu
Buy California, please. We export a lot and we're going to need the support. Thank you
You’re not gonna buy very much then clown
The U.S.' policies of harming others without benefiting itself will only lead to unprecedented unity among Europeans.
Did you mean "harming others to benefit itself" ? 't' certainly seems to think that the US should grow stronger at everyone elses expense, and suffering. Look how he vilifies Zelensky while he's kissing putin's ass. 't''s been coddled, and has very, very rarely ever been held to account in his entire entitled life. E Jean Carroll is a unicorn in his history.
But its the other way. Some countries in the EU heavily tax the import of foreign goods while the same is less common on average when applied the other way.
When is EUROPE GOING TO REALISE HOW STRONG IT IS..
Go help Ukraine then. Europe has more to lose.
@ANDYNocedaQuintana never, because they all will never agree on anything.
As an American living in France, Europe has no obligation to suffer fools, gladly.
Europe is a toothless tiger, and I say this as someone who hopes the best for y’all and someone who despises trump. Trump gave Putin the greenlight, and he’s probably not going to stop at Ukraine. Then just logistically think about how long it will take to have a military that can compete with Russia. I really hope y’all can figure it out, but trump might have created the catalyst for WW3
They aren't weak, but they certainly aren't strong when one considers their generational dependency on the US for NATO's military might.
EU should start trading oil in euro that would really screw the US, the $ is worth nothing without the trade in oil.
Yeah, that would lead to war against the EU from the US.
@@JasinNatael so be it. they would be the aggressor, with a hurt economy. america has not won a war on its own EVER.
LAST TIME THAT WAS DONE, SADDAM WAS KILLED AND IRAQ WAS DESTROYED
@ america was not alone in those wars lol
Not just oil but all goods only traded in dollars, the dollar trade is the only thing that keeps the US economy relevant in the world, to see their economy implode upon itself would be tragic for the average Joe, with those that made it happen just walking away, ultimately I could see that breaking the United States up into two or more countries, whether this would be good or not remains to be seen.
Been a little bit of a Trump supporter from afar due to his somewhat maverick policies and not playing the political "game", but if this is bluff to get what he wants then I think he is on very, very thin ice, a dangerous place to be for everyone.
As a Dane, I think it's great to see Macron stepping up to the task. Trump loves strong men. He's the type of person who thinks the outcome of a deal is determined by who has the strongest handshake. Trump isn't a diplomat, he doesn't respond to diplomacy, he only responds to displays of power, so I think Macron is right: Draw a very hard line and make it very clear where Europe stands. I think it's a shame that the EU and US can't continue to be allys, but as long as Trump is in office, the values of the US are too different from ours, and I think recent developments show that they don't value democracy (like trying to sellout Ukraine to Putin or all the mess they have going on at home - or as some of us still remember handing stabbing the Afghan government in the back and handing the power to the Taliban), and don't respect international agreements (like the Paris Agreement), and clearly they don't want to do business as made obvious by the trade war. Those were the three things that made the alliance between us meaningful, so what's left?
Okay. So, let me respond here.
1) Ukraine has refused to hold elections. Their president holds martial law and martial power. He is a dictator. He has failed for years to sort out his own land and his own war, and we've given more equipment and funding to him than all of the EU combined. Several times over. We owe you all nothing, least of all an explanation for why we no longer want to support this obviously corrupt, and incompetent regime in Ukraine.
2) Most americans are also very upset about what happened in afghanistan. Including Trump. Not sure if you were unaware, but Biden was in charge then, and it was a famous failure for him. So famous it cost him the last bit of support he had in the military.
3) Oh, so it's okay for YOU to impose massive tariffs on us, and it's all hunky dory, just run of the mill alliance Tuesday. We're supposed to smile and let you do it. But if we impose equal tariffs on you guys, we suddenly don't want to do business, and are starting a trade war? That's asinine. Get over yourself. You being allowed to rip us off is what made the alliance meaningful? Who needs enemies when we have allies like you?
Elitists never have to deal with the consequences of their actions. Macron sees you all as inconvenient peasants.
Macron should start by refusing defense aid from the US. Europeans should put up taxes and pay their own way. They can start conscription for the Ukraine war immediately. Viva France
and what values are those? Free speech? Political dissent, or a thought police and social credit schemes?
@agear2 Why do you think free speech is a particularly American value? Denmark was the first country in the world to have a law protecting freedom of speech and freedom of press - before the US was even a country. Besides, we don't really agree with your current version of free speech, our free speech is very different from yours. But no, that's not really what matters. The values I mentioned in my comment are the values I'm talking about. Democracy, diplomacy, and free trade.
Way to go france
Australian here. Time we divorced from USA. We need to strengthen our own defences. Rely on America no more.
That's the goal stop socialism and protect yourself.
All countries should take care of themselves and not rely on others for defense.
You are dreaming don't understand why everyone thinks it's OK to rip America of
Good from this American and proud of it 😊
Good luck
Viva la France!! Thank goodness someone out there is smart enough to stand against the US and this debacle!
Thank you :)
Vive la France et vive le Monde ❤
The first thing EVERYONE in the world is NOT to buy Tesla and BAN everything from MUSK.
@marylaistirland6864 what did Musk do? Lol
The first thing EVERYONE in the world is to buy Tesla and BUY everything from MUSK
@@rogersmith1408 he is the real president, convicted felon Donald Trump is only the puppet
I will no longer buy imported Californian grapes.
@@rogersmith1408he’s a cock(!), and an unelected South African who’s bought himself into the White House to now essentially half run the country
France the UK and Germany must lead an European army. We must stuck together to protect ourselves and Canada
Freez all Military purchases from the US and buy European equipment. Let's see how long Trump will try to wave Tariffs around to "negotiate"...
@@nikosgiataganas7793 we can't trust anything bought from the US anyway .
European, Brazilian, South Korean, etc
Cancel Trident and ant replacement.
Yes, let's buy worse equipment than what our enemies have. That'll show America whose boss!
I was already boycotting US products as much as possible (still watching youtube) in support of Canada. I’ll continue to do so for the coming years.
Lol I can't find anything from EU or Britain in my stores except Swiss army knives and watches
What about Netflix, Amazon, and Apple products? you should include those in your boycott.
@@tomvan6008 I did. I deleted my amazon account, also prime, have no Netflix. I was going to buy AirPods max, but going for a different brand now.
I'm a Brit, living in Japan - trying to do my bit.
I use Adblock for RUclips, so they get nothing from me, never had or will ever own an Apple device (they just suck), already unsubscribed from Netflix, and use Linux and Libre Office on my PC's, and all my PC components are made in Taiwan, Europe or Japan.
Love Maple syrup!!
I thank you. It's horrid that Trump thinks he can annex Canada. We are their biggest trading partner and have family and friends on both sides of the border! He said it would be easy with their military. A threat if I ever heard one. ] We have to hit him where it hurts Money.. ] Thousands of us in Canada and so many other countries refuse to buy U.S. products until he stops his B>S.
We shouldn’t have to work on anything here in Britain as we import more from America than we export. His problem is, he thinks he is the king of the world
🇨🇦🇨🇦 You might think so, that man however is willing to cut off his own nose in spite of his face. On this one when the world is confronted by an irrational being such as an Adolf or a Donald then it is best to work together constructively for the security of everyone. Canada has immense natural resources that can help drive the economy of partner nations in securing a long term politically stable partner in utilizing for their economic requirements. A natural resource (oil, gas, lumber, rare earth minerals, fresh water) isn’t to be seen as a deficit but rather a positive benefit in having the energy/natural resources to produce goods for added value, one can source that material from a reliable partner and friend or from OPEC/China/Russia/Venezuela who do not share values and not secure. Canada & Briton has a history & relationship that goes back more than 100 years and this can be the impetus to reinforce our shared values and to expand on our relationship to bring economic success for the next 100 years. Canada is also looking to strengthen our other trading partners, time to pivot to a new world as the US influence is fast collapsing and once new relationships are formed the new collective partnerships will be able to obtain the security that we all deserve. Cheers. 🇨🇦🇨🇦
So keep bowing to Zelensky, your true King
@@Accuface2000 keep kissing orange arse
@@Accuface2000Your comment is indicative of your education level! Was it grade three or four?
@@allanfisher8351 The Internet Research Agency hires all sorts.
Its time for Europe to begin a real Federation and speak as a unique voice! Lets go Europe!
Greatings from a Portuguese and European citizen.
Too many cooks spoil the stew.
That's the way forward. Forget Boeing and buy Airbus (already happening). Forget F35 and buy European fighterjets. Invest in Defense equipment (up the NATO budget), but buy inside Europe and forget the US. And the list goes on. Help Drumpf build that wall, but all around the whole of US and build that wall very high. Let's go!
Trump is a Russian asset!
Adding the the above, caterpillar and general electrics, Apple, qualcomm, cisco, nvidia, genmotors and tesla. More to go in but yall get me 😅
Canada and México can start the trend, Netherland, Japan, UK, south Korea, France and Brazil to follow😂
100% import and export tarrifs towards the US, on everything. (This requires Mexico and Canada does the same)
The world would crumble without trading with the US
Denmark and Canada share a land border, on an island west of Greenland. The EU is a close, good partner for Canada. USA no longer is that good partner.
Canada here. Yes we love Denmark and Europe and always have gotten along. Nobody can trust the US and it's not just because of Trump they have always been untrustworthy.
France has an island that's about a 10 minute ferry ride from Newfoundland.
land that is 90% occupied by the indigenous population who want independence from denmark
Nice USA Working Tax Payers no longer have to Pay Europe's Bills!
@@ollietree03And the Danes who live there are not people in your opinion? The locals should kick them out? Now imagine this in Europe.
600+Million people in the EU27 Canada and Mexico have decided Voluntarily to Avoid American Made. Regardless of what Brussels Ottawa or Mexico City decide to do with Tariffs imposed by Potus trumpie.
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When are you expecting the iphone sales to go down? 🤣
As an American, I applaud this and please keep going. Many Americans are trying to reduce our own non-essential spending (of our products) to send a message, bring down the economy somewhat, because that will really hit the supreme orange "businessman" where it hurts. Also, people in our country tend to vote mostly on the American economy (infuriating) so this is our biggest hope for tanking DJT. If either his dementia or a sniper do not get him first.
@@derekmulready1523 yeah enjoy your fantasy while it last and RUclips and well
@@abbycatherine8135 Where are you from?
They can stop taking our money, arms, food,
Technology.
As french we stand by Canada. Let's fight the orange guy.
Stand together against bullies to protect peace,freedom ,justice and democracy!!!
Democracy doesn't exist
Also your statement sound really homosexual, did you escape from a playground or something?
Democracy? Like the Romanian presidential election? Justice? The kind that you get arrested if you say you don't want immigrants? Peace? Like the EU officials painting streets with crayons after terrorist attacks instead of bombing the ones responsible? You western Europeans are a funny lot. Or delusional. Or brainwashed. Take your pick.
@@x.kasiouris5503 the 1900s called, homosexual is not a slur anymore.
@@SK-ih4pjbullshit.
Glad to see that our alies are uniting. You guys are lucky you have intelligent leaders.
You can't even spell Allies which is actually the wrong word for mooching relatives
Typical yank arrogance @@richardhansen342
Exactly! This orange fool that wears make up is an embarrassment.
@@richardhansen342sounds like you are a Magat or do you like Maggot.
Yuh! So glad to see the EU go to hell lol
when you offend people around you, don't expect to get a warm reaction in return. and i mean EVERYONE around you. not too smart. is it just me or can you see the "crazy" in mr, trump's eyes...?
in mexico we now consider gringos our enemies
Pure insanity, hate, stupidity and vindictiveness!
Trump is a psychopath, a lunatic!!
A corollary to this is " if you spit in someones face expect to get punched in the nose ."
And also, it took him only two weeks to achieve that.
People like Emmanuel Macron are what the European Union desperately needs right now, hats off to him👏
You mean just a talking one but not a doer?
The problem is that French people hates him and we are at risk to switch to extreme conservatism party « Rassemblement National » in the next Presidential elections… and their party leaders are under Russia’s and Trump’s thumb…
@@cemk6097You interpreted that wrong purposefully, child
@cemk6097 It appears that you are the gabbiest person and definitely not a doer but someone who blusters and boasts in an unpleasant way … 💨🌬️🐂💩.
why should the EU be afraid of the US? Give Trump a taste of his own medicine.
Whith what? Our wonderful economies? Our fearsome armies? Laughable... Our brilliant leaders screeed it up big time and now is paying time... And they are all wetting their pants.
The eu is part of the WEF macron is a wef trained puppet.
just sit back and get enough popcorn. It's happening realtime
Because a trade war and more investment in the army will cause an economic crisis and our citizens are already unhappy about the economy. Even if it is the good thing to do, i hope we can do it while not sacrificing our poors.
If his medicine is vaccines or antidepressants, Trump is planning on banning them in the US shortly...
France has dealt with fascists before . . .
My Father fought in WWll. He was stationed in France. He has fond memories of the French people.
US too, surely more.
Business with Nazi was lucrative for american business men, bankers...
1941 to start to fight for " freedom"?Why ?
Look at yourself .
And who'd they call for help?
@@chrisservais4230times have changed as Hitler 2.0 demonstrated
Not very effectively I may add !
And France is right - they have a history of "let's not get dependant on (whatever)".
As an American citizen your media is feeding you false information.
U see you have no memories on their dependence regarding colonisation.
Macro is in panic about the content about his "wife" coming out of the US 😂
@@derhuhnerhabicht5870yes calling her trans just because you don't like her of finding her ugly is really smart... really Ametican let's say ;)
My very British in-laws always said the French could not be trusted. No wonder they got expelled from Africa.
Trump announced reciprocal tarriffs, so the tarriffs will by definition be equal. What's wrong with parity on tarriffs?
Looking for this comment. People seem to forget that we do not charge much tariffs between European union, but do charge them already to external sources. What trump said is that he would apply more to Canada and Mexico as a punishment, but to europe, they would be reciprocal only. To the Chinese is a matter of warfare and not backing down, but to Europe, we just grew accustomed to rely on USA and still spit on the plate when he says he will charge as much as we charge them ngl.
@@MrDaveSkyWhat Trump says is way different from what he is doing.
@ Like? Little short of details, mate.
there can never be truly reciprocal tariffs because the items imported and exported are different
@@snowbank8617 No disrespect to you, but is your real name Captain Obvious? Why would you be trading the same items between countries?
Let us in the Eu union build a powerful Army asap.we need to stand together ❤
YES!
Eu army??? with a mad macron pushing the nuclear button??? who will decide when and how use this army??? think by yourselves instead of listening to mainstream medias and their propaganda!
Hilarious you have NATO but America pays two thirds of your bills. Be prepared for huge price and tax hikes
Almost none of you have met your NATO spending requirements in decades, and none of you were going to life a finger to help Ukraine until the US threw its hat into the ring. I don't expect anything different from any future military alliance.
You can't. The corrupt Marxist elite bureaucrats of the EU has bankrupted and destroyed every European country. By mass migration and stomping on the will of the people in Europe by shutting up people's voices and taking away free speech, the EU has control of you... sad!
MAGA! 🇺🇲
While the U.S. holds significant economic and political influence, the international community has shown resilience and a commitment to multilateralism. The EU and other global actors continue to uphold international agreements and collaborate on global challenges, striving to maintain stability and progress even in the absence of U.S. participation. This is how the USA dies - once the dollar is replaced then the USA will have very little teeth.
keep dreaming the US dollar is not going anywhere
This is the biggest fear of the US. 100%. If the world walks away from their dollar they are literally done. Only the US has the ability to carry the debt levels they do. Why? The positioning of their dollar only, which is under threat constantly and eroding.
Your international community is not global, not reproducing, and replacing their populations with non community members. Will you make it much further?
@@JimMan-wn3mj What in the world are you going in about?
What is needed is an alternative to SWIFT , the international payments system. Let the 7.5 billion people use an alternative. The EU should be able to develop one that we can all use, say built on the euro. I'm sure Canada and Mexico along with the EU and all future tariff target of Trump would support. Isolation of the USA is the only way to keep this bully in check. Also like the idea of payments / contracts no longer priced in USD. Better for the whole world.
Let's not stare ourselves blind at the three per cent increase needed for the defence budget.
Let's be realistic and make it ten per cent, so this war can be over with.
It will only be borrowed money.
But if Europe does not do it, this time, to help Ukraine, the cost may well be many, many times higher.
You are so right. Churchill advocated increased military spending to counter the Nazi threat in the mid thirties. No one listened until it was a bit late. The war that could have been prevented by curbing Hitlers ambition early almost bankrupted Britain.
The old saying a stich in time saves nine comes to mind.
I don’t disagree, but I’m not sure where all the countries will be if they increase so much. Smaller countries with high taxes and lower wages (hello, Croatia!) will be struggling.
The US is going on about 5% of GDP yet there is reporting in the media they are planning drastic cuts in their own military spending over the next 5 years. So I guess they have no plans to get there as they berate the rest of the world to.
That is what Trump wants. Please do it
France don't need to get scared of US.,They have their own great weapons and the French from all the World Wars,,.France has a Proven record to take on any country be it US.,On a one to One French Armies will win against the US...They are not Germany...nor Iraly who suck up..French pride and valour is unquestioned..let the US defence try to take on France.... Hot Air
People are already refusing to buy Teslas, here's hoping they take it a step further and refuse things like Amazon, Starbucks and Mc Donalds now too.
To the people of the world....remember together we are powerful beyond measure. Wherever you are, those in power only have power we give them...
USA is not a reliable ally, at least not anymore
Yeah right? Tell that to the people of Germany, Romania and all the others under the thumb!
Corruption in political areas where money is 1st before people , as u can see in 3rd country rich mineral worlds ,
YES, M. MACRON IS RIGHT ON. 👍 EXPEND DEFENCE INVESTMENTS .
Turkey and Germany will step up I hope, most Americans citizens are disgusted and horrified with Trump's acting like Putin s lapdog
@@cindybarber8449 Nah this American is more than happy to let the EU do something other than run their mouth but we all know the reality when it comes to putting boots on the ground, they disappear faster than a fart in the wind.
Nice to see another American who has no grasp on the reality that we are 37 trillion dollars in debt and can no longer afford this kind of nonsense. But do your part go defend Ukraine I for one will not miss you.
Video summary: Europe says tariffs are bad and they will have some response.
Yep no more us submarines. Get building your own. Oh wait your global climate agenda keeps your industry crippled😢
Independent European Army Now!
Despite all the jokes and memes I always respect France the most out of all the European countries.
They really let you know that they are not some US pawn, but their own power. They may have alligned interests, but if the US goes out of line then they are not afraid to call it out
America First is going to end up as America Alone
I Hope so
We were always alone, we just bought your 'friendship'
@JimMan-wn3mj grow up, Jim
And destroyed
I would worry more about Europe being alone and unable to defend itself
France has been saying since Biden era that Europe need their own defense forces and stuff
Since Biden era, so since Trump forced you to in the last four weeks
@@stephenw2992?????
more for 50 years actually...
Since Charles de Gaulle in the 60's it's been more than 60 years that France promote a European autonomous defence industry and army
we 've been saying it since 1945, after De Gaulle stoped the Allies from "sharing" our Country like they did for Germany. It's only gaining more attention as the recents events seems to proves we were right about being military indepedant. It costs. but it's worth it on the long run.
Australian here, we have obviously been a long time friend and Ally of America, and we currently have a trade deficit with them, but Trump is putting the 25% tariff on our iron and aluminium !!!
Silly you can't ship Steel or Aluminum during a War. We just want our jobs and industry back or the next time you all start a War USA won't come and help.
friend ? a lapdog and a slave ! the moment Australia tried or tries to say no and you see what U.S DO TO YOU
Stay with the Commonwealth, EU, Central and South America...FDJT!
Don´t worry, you´re not alone. He´s doing that with all of us, there´s hardly anybody left where the US can buy steel and aluminium without tariffs. It will just increase inflation in the US.
Gotta remember, the man is a stable genius.
u.s. should be made in international court to pay for the nord stream pipeline they blew up. at the detriment to europe
Go France, Trump..et 🎺 , spreading all his lies, and terror. France is the perfect candidate for building a super strong modern high-tech defence army. We don't need to be told how to behave by the Trump addemistration. You have forgotten that we can work with Canada and build up new friendship with others countries. France i just love the idea, you guys lead the build of a EU army. And that are because you were never little brother.
German here: I hope so too. Go Macron, go!
Canadian here, America was never our ally..., we need to reconsider our alliance with US and disconnect with America completely!
You literally can't? Canada is wholly incapable of self-reliance, hence their interest in relying on the EU if they break away from the US. Not that it would work, but it is a thought.
@ you’ll see that in the near future. As America is building walls around itself and renaming things as the orange Donkey Kong in the White House sees fit, Canada is securing news ties all around the world. You may say that it’s the whole points of your argument (America relying on itself) but relying on Poutine and taking over Greenland illegally to secure ore for IPhone and Tesla is really not what I call strategic independence.
😂lmao why the hell do we need you 😂 😂 😂
Finally! You guys offer nothing anyway.
@@juniorguerrero4488 You are very dense and short sighted. You sound childish. Maybe you're a child, in that case it's understandable.
It is vital that European countries pull together and become stronger since the USA is now unreliable to a fault.
Dream, dream! 😂😂😂
were tired of paying for you. good luck.
Life is a bitch when you can no longer enjoy freebies. Damn, we should have stop defending you for free 80 years ago. Our people wouldn't have to work so hard to pay our taxes to defending ourself and you at the same time. Our country would have been so much richer by now.
The EU is now finally doing what Trump told them to do in his last administration. They are just doing the things Trump has forced them to do. It's Chess. Trump isn't surprised by any of this. He's manipulated the EU into doing it.
@@stridersmythe8860 America Alone!
Good work Macron. The truth must be said. The west must stand together solidly.
Yes sto buying any us defence armament and consolidate the Eu production of armaments!!!! Stop buying US defence armament
Buy from Russia.
YES! this is a Great idea, America should stop selling and giving other countries weapons.
Russia has f all left
@@SeattlePioneer from Russia? some t-34? they have nothing else to sell these days 🤣
@@SeattlePioneerRussia is using donkeys 😂
Also EU makes much newer stuff, that's why Russia before Crimea was buying from the EU.
Canadian here, I think it time that Canada and all European nations see the US as a treat to democracy. The US is not an ally - a strong stand by all must be taken against the US.
Democracy? They are a Republic. In fact they are no threat to Canada or Europe when it comes to their democracy or lack of. That is pure hyperbolic woke drivel. Canada is nothing but a progressive hell hole ran by deranged progressives. In reality Canada would be no great win to anyone. Especially to deal with as they offer little in return other than their ideological mind virus and TDS.
@@Layla-yr5ef You're welcome to. Thank you for making u.s. start your fire to tackle your own issues.
Mind your own communist country, You have a freaken criminal running your country, who's daddy is Castro, So you want America to give your country 200 billion a year, and protect in case of war, but won't pay tariffs but America has to.. You must be a freaken liberal..Even God says liberals are evil, but you don't believe in Jesus do you?
The U.S.A. as it is now, under that administration, is indeed, a threat to democracy everywhere. The problem in this "the U.S. is not an ally" sentiment, is the fact that the American people, that is, the sane, decent, upstanding Americans, that oppose this insanity, that did not vote for this lunacy, do not deserve to be vilified/ forgotten/ left behind - and certainly not, made out to be our enemies. The adminstration came to power by dividing Americans, it is now flexing that power, by getting the rest of the world to see them all as the enemy, so the lunatics can say "see, told you, they hate us, so, we have the right to impose ridiculous tariffs on them, make them defend themselves, etc. ". This is all part of the same isolationist plan - "America First" really means, the rest of the world last. We have a very big problem, in the free world, the 'civilised' West, and that is overcoming extreme right-wing autocrats, in order to restore faith in democracy - when all around us, democracy is being attacked, and unity made out to be a dirty word. We must take a strong stand, but, it is against the U.S. adminstration, not the American people. We all have to remain calm and focussed, because the problem grows bigger every day, and is going to be very difficult to solve. It's a sad time in global politics, that's for sure. Only four more years to go...
The U.S.A. as it is now, under that administration, is indeed, a threat to democracy everywhere. The problem in this "the U.S. is not an ally" sentiment, is the fact that the American people, that is, the sane, decent, upstanding Americans, that oppose this insanity, that did not vote for this lunacy, do not deserve to be vilified/ forgotten/ left behind - and certainly not, made out to be our enemies. The adminstration came to power by dividing Americans, it is now flexing that power, by getting the rest of the world to see them all as the enemy, so the lunatics can say "see, told you, they hate us, so, we have the right to impose ridiculous tariffs on them, make them defend themselves, etc. ". This is all part of the same isolationist plan - "America First" really means, the rest of the world last. We have a very big problem, in the free world, the 'civillised' West, and that is overcoming extreme right-wing autocrats, in order to restore faith in democracy - when all around us, democracy is being attacked, and unity made out to be a dirty word. We must take a strong stand, but, it is against the U.S. adminstration, not the American people. We all have to remain calm and focussed, because the problem grows bigger every day, and is going to be very difficult to solve. It's a sad time in global politics, that's for sure. Only four more years to go...
Canadians know the French, I'm not at all surprised they are all business.
6 weeks is all it takes to beat them lol
Macron is hated in France, much more than Trump.
@@gorilla32428 Well, good thing that America is not a threat since their planes can't make it past takeoff now 🤣🤣
Dear God, this must be a post from a MAGAt. ‘ the Canadians ‘know’ french.?
@@gwynnethwilkes9043 it is written “ know THE French “, not la langue française, probably meant the Canadians know les français de France.
This is an incredible opportunity to showcase what voids Australia can fill now that the world realises they don’t need the ‘God Almighty USA’.
Vive La France
Trump is such a jerk
What's wrong with having even tariffs? That's Trump tariff
@@jasons44 even? surely you jest...
You're kidding, right?😮@@jasons44
@@jasons44 Your comment is indicative of your education level! Was it grade three or four?
@@jasons44 Nah, if they want to do business with the ccp fair enough. You won't sell them anything, but they got a load of very cheap electric cars. Probably end the auto sector in europe, but hey ho that President Xi seems a nice chap.... chattering children.
We have to get in a position where we are not reliant on the USA for anything, yes Russia is a danger but seeing the results of one country (Ukraine) being able to stop and inflict massive damage on Russia's military by mainly a civilian army with little to zero experience shows they aren't the force they once claimed to be.
Strengthening European defense and military is a must and America will soon feel isolated if Europe doesn't need them as much.
Then EU puts tariffs on Iphones, Google, Amazon, Coca Cola, Monster Energy, Ford, Fast food etc. We can do all these in Europe. We can do better cellphones if we want, we can do search sides or anything that come from US.
...and when will this happen?
@TheFutura1964 We can do it, if we have to. But we are lazy and consumerist and takes things of the shelves that are already there.
@@dietmarstahl8888 Lazy sounds about right when most Europeans only work around 35 hours a week.
Just a reminder , Europe already taxes all those products from the USA and it’s pathetic !
@@dietmarstahl8888 we have been saying this FOR YEARS: there's no industry to be made if you import everything and have done so for years, the moment there's a change in this balance the whole thing collapses. The skilled labour is too old to be teaching, while fresh workers are not skilled enough (yet require much more learning time to get a good enough paper) so they're not chosen, because it's easier to get more specialized workforce from outside.
im afraid things are in a far more advanced state to solve much in my opinion, not to mention the eu countries are too separated in interests to unite completely
I now view America as a threat instead of an ally. China is a more trustworthy trading partner.
you know where China stands
It's breaking my heart and my life. , I didn't vote for him and he cheated with algorithms and his satellite system. Send Musk home it's mortifying and embarrassing for most of us.
😂😂😂😂
Bc China has his first interests in trading not war.
China is more aggressiv than even Russia and does only trade with what it can enrich itself. Don't make that mistake.
France should tell Trump they want the statue of liberty back..
😂😂😂 That is a good idea!! 😂😂😂
And perhaps the Louisiane also 😂
@@nutzablaze3339 lol come take it
Take the stupid socialist plaque. We had to rebuild the freaking statue, it's no longer yours.
@@nutzablaze3339 Are your nutzreallyablaze ? 🔥🥵
For once he doesn't put us to shame.
I hope the uk ask trump to remove its military from british soil that should help trump save money
Including all of Europe as well
That's part of the plan Congress barred him from dumping NATO and the UN. But if we are asked to leave we can.
You are deaming.
That's a problem France don't have to deal with thanks to De Gaulle.
@@yannicklucas1836 le Général, il avait raison sur toute la lignée, la plupart des français d'aujourd'hui sont ingrats, mais ceux qui comprennent l'histoire savent qu'ils nous sauve plus de 60 ans après... Ils les a fait dégagés les opportunistes.