As U.S. President Joe Biden signs an executive order to strengthen Buy American provisions, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland insisted today the federal government knows "how to deal with" American protectionism. Watch: 'Buy America' polices are nothing new to Canada, says Freeland:'Buy America' polices are nothing new to Canada: Freeland Power and Politics Video 3:52 Deputy Prime Minister Chyrstia Freeland says she will be in touch with her U.S. counterparts regarding President Joe Biden's 'Buy America' policies. "Federal agencies waived the Buy American requirement without much pushback at all. U.S. values Canada: FreelandBiden's plan establishes a "central review of agency waivers of Buy American requirements," fulfilling his campaign promise to "crack down on unnecessary waivers." The source also said that while Canada is concerned about the Buy American provisions, officials expect to have weeks, if not months, to lobby against any harmful changes.

Source: CBC News January 25, 2021 21:56 UTC