US border bridge blockade by Canadian truckers threatens car industry / abroad

The Canadian truck drivers who partially block an important border crossing with the United States are also worrying The Washington government. The congestion can pose a risk to the automotive industry because the supply of parts is halted.

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,, We are watching this very closely, ” the White House spokesman said on the third day of the Ambassador Bridge blockade.

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The Canadian government called the truckers action ‘illegal’ and illegal on Wednesday and called on the truckers to end their blockade. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau finds it unacceptable. ,, Blockades and illegal demonstrations are unacceptable and have a negative impact on our companies and manufacturers,” he said in Parliament. ,, We must do everything to end them.”

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Us and Canadian business organizations had already called on the truck drivers, who are protesting Corona measures, on Tuesday to end the blockade of the bridge that connects the Canadian province of Ontario with the US State of Michigan.

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The route is important for the supply of car parts to and from Detroit. Some companies say they already have problems because they have a shortage of parts. ,, It is important for everyone in Canada and the United States to understand the impact of this blockade on workers and the supply chain,” said White House spokesman Jen Psaki. ,, We also look at possible disruption of U.S. agricultural exports from Michigan to Canada.”

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Commuters and tourists

This route normally handles thousands of commuters and tourists and 8000 trucks daily. Another, smaller border crossing is also blocked.

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In the Canadian capital Ottawa, truck drivers have been protesting for thirteen days against the corona measures and the vaccination obligation for drivers who have to cross the border. Although their number is decreasing, they still cause inconvenience in the center, to the discontent of the inhabitants. They are demanding tougher action from the police, who have so far arrested 23 people. Authorities are considering deploying more police.

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