Trade talks between the US and Canada collapsed acrimoniously, leading to mutual blame and tariffs. Canada objects to US interference in its foreign relations; the US imposed duties on Canadian goods, prompting retaliation. This dispute affects vital sectors and is complicated by Canada’s internal issues and US uncertainty on the USMCA. The author highlights that globalized trade is too complex for crude dismantling, asserting that trade disruption costs will far outweigh any gains for either nation involved.