Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation in response to increasing pressure in his Liberal Party and criticism of his economic management. He will leave his duties as soon as a new leader will be chosen, saying that Canadians deserve “a real choice” for the 2025 elections.
After almost ten years in power, Trudeau faces a popularity in free fall, exacerbated by galloping inflation and the blazing of the cost of living. These economic challenges, combined with internal divisions, have undermined its ability to embody the unity necessary to lead its party.
Despite his combative temperament, Trudeau recognizes that the intestine struggles compromise its effectiveness: “If I have to lead internal battles, I cannot be the best option. »»
Added to this is the political threats of Donald Trump, elected president of the United States, which intensify geopolitical and economic tensions. In the absence of an official mechanism to dismiss the party leader, Trudeau risked a vote of distrust in parliament or a prolonged struggle to keep his post.
Its decision marks the end of an era and opens a transition period for the liberals, called to redefine their priorities and restore the confidence of Canadians.
