Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation and intention to step down as leader of the Liberal Party, following mounting pressure from within the party.

Ahead of elections later this year, Trudeau's personal unpopularity with Canadians had become an increasing drag on his party's fortunes. 

Meanwhile, to allow his party to choose his successor, a lengthy process that will involve campaigning, Mr Trudeau has suspended Parliament until 24th March.

On this episode of Morning Shot, Andreas Schotter, Professor of International Business from the Ivey Business School at University of Western Ontario shares his insights on what’s next for Canada, with a general election set to follow and Trump’s inauguration.

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