"Trudeau's Pitchman: Canada's Success Outshines America"
François-Philippe Champagne, Canada's industry minister, is positioning Canada as a stable and predictable alternative for businesses amid global disorder and uncertainty. Champagne's successful efforts in attracting investments, such as luring Volkswagen's first gigafactory outside of Europe and securing deals with Moderna and Stellantis, have raised his status and put him on the shortlist of potential successors to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. With his unconventional tenacity and enthusiasm, Champagne has been able to forge strong relationships with business leaders and position Canada as a reliable partner in the international business arena.