In this episode from MEF Leadership Forum Canada 2025, you will hear from Lawrence Zhang Head of Policy – Centre for Canadian Innovation and Competitiveness, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation as he discusses how, in a world where trade policy is increasingly weaponized, telecoms stand at the intersection of infrastructure, innovation, and sovereignty. He explores how Canada can respond strategically to U.S. tariff actions. Rather than serving as passive collateral in trade wars, Canadian telecoms can position themselves as essential strategic assets by leveraging policy, cross-border partnerships, and innovative leadership to strengthen national competitiveness and build resilience in a fragmented global economy.