Canadian Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre has criticized Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's handling of a critical meeting with President-elect Donald Trump, marking it as submissive and ineffective.

Poilievre, the leader of the Canadian Conservative Party, voiced his concerns on Sunday about Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's recent engagement with Donald Trump, a meeting that took place unexpectedly at Mar-a-Lago after Trump announced potential punitive tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico, as Breitbart reports.

During his surprise dinner with Trump last Friday, Trudeau aimed to address the looming threat of a 25% tariff that Trump has vowed to impose to curb issues like mass migration and drug trafficking.

Following the announcement, President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico also reacted by threatening to enforce reciprocal tariffs, though tensions were somewhat defused through a subsequent phone call with Trump.

Details Emerge from High-Stakes Dinner Meeting

According to Trudeau, he had a "good call" with Trump after the initial tariff announcement, but specifics of the meeting's outcomes remain scant.

Poilievre criticized Trudeau for returning from the meeting without any significant agreements to benefit Canada, hinting at a diplomatic failure.

Dominic LeBlanc, Canada's minister of public safety who attended the dinner, described the interaction between Trump and Trudeau as "warm and cordial," suggesting a positive personal dynamic despite the high tensions.

Following the dinner, both leaders took to social media to share their favorable impressions of the meeting, discussing important issues like drug trafficking and trade, yet Trump affirmed his commitment to the 25% tariff as one of his first executive orders once in office.

Regional Leaders in Canada Plan for Economic Independence

The prospect of hefty tariffs has prompted leaders from various Canadian provinces to explore economic strategies independent of Trudeau's federal administration.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and British Columbia Premier David Eby have openly discussed bolstering their provinces' economic independence and seeking new trade opportunities.

Ontario has taken a proactive approach by launching an advertising campaign highlighting its role as a vital trading partner, signaling a move towards greater economic autonomy from the federal leadership.

In their statements, both Smith and Eby emphasized the importance of continuing to expand trade opportunities despite the federal government's current challenges with U.S. policy.

Conservative Leader Amplifies Criticism of Trudeau

Poilievre's critique of Trudeau was pointed and multifaceted. "While I’m a critic of Mr. Trudeau’s, I did feel badly that he went in with such a position of weakness,” he stated.

Poilievre also remarked that Trudeau's efforts primarily focused on "minimizing losses" rather than securing wins for Canada.

He continued his assault on Trudeau's policies by saying, “Canadians are paying a dreadful price for everything that Justin Trudeau has broken.”

This remark underscores a broader Conservative narrative of dissatisfaction with Trudeau’s governance, particularly in economic and diplomatic arenas.

The ongoing discourse between U.S. and Canadian leaders continues to unfold as both nations brace for significant policy shifts under Trump's forthcoming administration.

The Canadian public and political analysts alike watch closely as these international negotiations develop, potentially reshaping Canada's economic landscape.