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WASHINGTON D.C. — The United States Department of State has issued a formal diplomatic protest to the Canadian government following Canada's decision to accept financial assistance from the World People's Solidarity Bank (WPSB), an affiliate of the South American Union (SAU), for the Welland Canal renovation project. A State Department spokesperson stated in a press conference today that the decision constitutes “internal interference that undermines the stability of the North American continent and raises serious concerns for the national security of the United States.” The spokesperson further revealed that the U.S. government has initiated a “comprehensive review” of existing bilateral trade agreements with Canada. This review is intended to assess the potential impact of SAU's expanding influence in North America on U.S. economic and strategic interests. This move is seen as an escalation of diplomatic pressure by the increasingly isolated United States, as Canada deepens its ties with the SAU.