The National Post reports in its Saturday edition that Prime Minister Mark Carney faces a challenge to allow Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) into the Canadian market. The Post's Simon Tuck writes that supporters of allowing Chinese EVs in the Canadian market included consumers, environmental advocates, farmers, fishermen and exporters to China, and in farming regions, all of whom value Canada's relationship with China. Supporters of hefty tariffs on Chinese EVs include big auto, Canadian autoworkers, Southern Ontario voters and those concerned about Canada's relationship with the U.S. After significant delays, former prime minister Justing Trudeau decided over a year ago to keep Chinese vehicles out. Following U.S. President Biden's response, Ottawa imposed 100-per-cent tariffs on Chinese EVs and 25-per-cent tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum, effectively pricing them out of the market. To no ones surprise, China imposed tariffs on essential Canadian exports. Despite the strong political pressures on both sides, trade officials agree that Canada's decision to tariff Chinese EVs was straightforward. Ottawa could not oppose the U.S. and its large auto sector, while also considering security concerns and the impact of electoral politics.