<h1>Trudeau Urges Strategic Response to U.S. Tariff Threats, Announces Border Security Plan, and Highlights Trade Diversification Efforts</h1> Prime Minister Justin Trudeau emphasized the need for Canada to adopt a tactical and strategic approach in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff threats on Canadian imports. During a summit on Canada-U.S. economic relations, Trudeau highlighted the importance of eliminating internal trade barriers and expanding trade with other nations. He noted Trump's proposal to make Canada the 51st state as a genuine concern. Trudeau announced a USD 900 million border security plan and a new fentanyl czar to address U.S. concerns. Canada is preparing to retaliate with tariffs on American goods if necessary, while also focusing on trade diversification.