‘He loves to divide and conquer’: Canada and Mexico brace for second Trump term

As the next US president threatens steep tariffs, the country's two largest trading partners steel themselves for another rocky ride

Stone-faced as he stared into a gaggle of cameras on Tuesday, the leader of Canada's largest province laid bare how it feels to be America's northern neighbour and closest ally this week.

It's like a family member stabbing you right in the heart," said Ontario's premier, Doug Ford. A day before, president-elect Donald Trump had pledged hefty tariffs on Mexico and Canada, the US's two largest trading partners. It's the biggest threat we've ever seen ... It's unfortunate. It's very, very hurtful."