Canada has thrown away the great opportunity we had while in proximity to the large consumption economy of the U.S. Our low performers were content to extract such revenue for government use, while private businesses struggled and what their pool of talent leave to the U.S and elsewhere.
At this point, it's important to find common ground between our nations and use it, as long as we agry that China is a serious issue. HK confirmed this, on to of their human right abuses, bullying nations and threatening Taiwan.
Australia deals more with Japan and China, they need support to ensure capitalism and liberty for all reign. If America isn't assisting, it makes it far less reasonable a chance for success and it will ultimately drive these nations into Chinas arms. Just look at how many nations who moved their embassies out of Taiwan to appease the Commies. It cant be allowed to continue.