We understood that well before other countries and we started to react, controlling what we can control, building at home and very importantly, diversifying our trade partners abroad. That second bit is a positive thing. It's finding new partners. I mentioned in my remarks 12 new trade and security agreements in the past six months across four continents. More to come. For example, the commitment with India to work together is just one of many. And all of that builds our strength here at home, provides more opportunities, makes us less dependent on the United States. (00:52–01:00)
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Asserts that Canada has made 12 new trade and security agreements in the past six months.
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