What does Trump really want from Canada and Mexico? It may come down to oil security and bringing both countries 'under the US's thumb'

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• President Donald Trump gave markets whiplash after he announced steep tariffs on Canada and Mexico, then abruptly agreed to a one-month pause for both countries. But the long-term strategy may be about creating a regional security zone with energy at the center, a market veteran said.

Financial markets have been left wondering what President Donald Trump's ultimate goal is for his tariffs on Canada and Mexico after the past week's whiplash.