U.S. Tarrifs: Impact on Canada, Poland, and Global Trade | Bernhard Otterstein for TVP WORLD

Bernhard Otterstein, President of the Polish Canadian Chamber of Commerce, discussed for TVP WORLD the implications of the newly announced U.S. tariffs for Canada and its trading partners. He shared insights into the Canadian business community’s concerns, particularly among exporters and manufacturers, and reflected on the potential impact on Polish-Canadian trade. Otterstein addressed Ottawa’s cautious political response, including Premier Doug Ford’s calls for mutual tariff removal. He also commented on the European Commission’s promise of a “strong plan” and the risks of economic slowdown.

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Bernhard Otterstein was born and educated in Vancouver, Canada, where he graduated with honours from the Sauder School of Business at the University of British Columbia. He has worked with numerous corporate, governmental, and institutional entities in North America, Europe and Asia in the areas of economic analysis, strategic project and investment planning, new market development, as well as cross-cultural communications. He has been directly involved in projects in the fields of real estate, engineering, energy, biotechnology and IT/telecommunications.

Over the past 15 years, Mr. Otterstein has gained first-hand experience in identifying and promoting innovative, emerging technologies and related business opportunities, taking them from early stage to market via private equity investment and the active co-management of several start-up ventures.