New Delhi: Since American President Donald Trump has taken office, one controversy after another has continued to surround him. Now, he has once again openly threatened Canada. Trump has said that Canada must either accept his dominance and become the 51st state of the United States or be prepared to pay $61 billion (approximately ₹5 lakh crore). So why exactly is Donald Trump demanding this money from Canada?
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Donald Trump President of the United States |
Preparing to Spend $175 Billion
President Trump has stated that the cost of this security program will be $175 billion, while Congress is currently asking for $25 billion to start the work. According to an estimate by the Congressional Budget Office, implementing the entire plan could cost America up to $542 billion (around ₹50 lakh crore) over 20 years.
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Canada's PM Said - Considering the Offer
Canada's new Prime Minister, Mark Carney, recently said that they are considering Trump's proposal. The United States and Canada have maintained a strong military alliance for decades, especially through the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). Trump's recent statements have heightened tensions in their relationship. His administration had previously launched a trade war against Canada and repeatedly proposed the idea of incorporating Canada into the United States. In 2022, Canada had promised to contribute about $28 billion to modernize NORAD. However, Trump is now demanding a much larger amount for the new security system.
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