Canadian Foreign Policy under Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau 1968–1984 (The United States of America as a model)
Keywords:
Pierre Trudeau,, Canadian foreign policy,, the Third OptionAbstract
This research examines the evolution of Canadian foreign policy during the premiership of Pierre Elliott Trudeau (1968–1984), a period characterized by a radical shift from traditional Anglo-American dependency toward the "Third Option" strategy. The study explores the historical roots and diplomatic legacy inherited from Diefenbaker and Pearson, analyzing Trudeau's intellectual background and its impact on the concept of "Functional Sovereignty." The research further delves into Canada's management of its complex relationship with the United States, its diplomatic opening toward China, the Soviet Union, and the Francophonie, and its global peace initiatives. Ultimately, the study highlights Canada's emergence as a dynamic "Middle Power" capable of navigating the constraints of a bipolar world to secure its national interests and sovereignty.
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