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Pierre Poilievre Announces Fast-Tracking of Federal Mining Permits in Ontario's Ring of Fire Amid Trump's Threats
BY Connect Newsroom, Mar 19, 2025 5:31 PM - REPORT AN ERROR
Poilievre responded to Trump's comments, stating it is true that he is a strong leader.(Photo: The Canadian Press)
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has announced that all federal permits for mining in the Ring of Fire, located in Ontario, one of the world's most significant mineral deposit areas, will be approved within six months, amidst threats from U.S. President Donald Trump.
The Ring of Fire is a critical source of valuable metals such as nickel, copper, and cobalt, which are essential for manufacturing electric vehicle batteries. Experts view the area's strategic importance as a factor in Trump's recent threats, which some interpret as efforts to merge Canada with the U.S.
Poilievre responded to Trump's comments, stating it is true that he is a strong leader. It is not easy to deal with him because he always puts Canada first. His remarks came in reaction to Trump's assertion in a recent interview that it is easier to deal with the Liberals than with the Conservatives.
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