the liberals are correct in pointing out that the counter-tariffs are stupid. putting tariffs on the united states is not a reaction to protect workers. counter-tariffs are also an attack on workers, or most of them are.
it is in our self-interest to determine which counter-tariffs are a shot in the foot and remove them. that is the correct thing to do - not as a concession, but because it is hurting us and it was a stupid reaction in the first place. i don't know who consults austin powers for economic advice.
however, the americans will interpret it as a concession and push back harder. that is also true, even though it isn't a concession.
tariffs are hard, and justin trudeau's not a smart guy. this is what happened.