Markets Lower as China Holds War Drills Near Taiwan
Shares in Asia were mostly lower in subdued holiday trading on December 29, 2025, as China conducted military exercises near Taiwan, dampening investor sentiment.
Shares in Asia were mostly lower in subdued holiday trading on December 29, 2025, as China conducted military exercises near Taiwan, dampening investor sentiment.
China's military will conduct exercises around Taiwan, warning 'external forces' following recent tensions with Japan. Get the latest on the regional security implications.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet with former U.S. President Donald Trump as efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war remain elusive. Details on the diplomatic push.
Prime Minister announces a major $2.5 billion economic aid package for Ukraine, reinforcing Canada's support amid ongoing conflict. Details on the commitment.
Alberta will hold a province-wide referendum on separation from Canada in 2026. Premier Danielle Smith's political balancing act faces its ultimate challenge as the UCP navigates deep internal divisions.
China imposes sanctions on 20 U.S. defence companies and 10 executives in response to major arms sales to Taiwan, escalating tensions. Details on the targeted firms and the political fallout.
Israel announces formal recognition of Somaliland's sovereignty, a significant diplomatic move that could reshape regional dynamics in the Horn of Africa. Read the full details.
Beijing imposes sanctions on 20 U.S. defense companies and 10 executives, including Anduril and Boeing, in response to a major arms package for Taiwan. Tensions escalate as China freezes assets and bans business dealings.
For the first time in a quarter-century, Taiwan has a public holiday on December 25th. Discover the political history behind the date and its impact on workers.
Foreign Minister Anita Anand underscores Canada's unwavering commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty as discussions of a potential peace agreement emerge. Ottawa's stance remains clear.
Canadian Defence Minister Anita Anand has publicly supported Greenland's sovereignty. This comes as discussions about potential U.S. annexation of the territory have emerged again from Washington.
A new Pentagon report details China's 'historic military buildup,' warning it makes the U.S. homeland 'increasingly vulnerable' and poses a challenge to Trump's nuclear arms plans. Read the analysis.
Denmark and Greenland reaffirm sovereignty after former U.S. President Trump appoints a special envoy. Explore the diplomatic response and regional implications.
Taiwan police reveal suspect behind deadly Taipei knife attack planned it meticulously for over a year. Details on the investigation and public safety response.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio asserts America can maintain its strong alliance with Japan while productively engaging with China, despite recent tensions over Taiwan. Read the latest on this diplomatic balancing act.
Official Languages Minister Marc Miller calls Quebec Premier François Legault's criticism 'over the top' and discusses federal unpreparedness for a potential sovereignty referendum. Read the full interview details.
A violent attack at two Taipei subway stations left three dead and five injured. The suspect, a 27-year-old wanted for evading military service, is also deceased. Authorities confirm it was a deliberate act.
A deadly knife attack in Taipei, Taiwan, left three people dead on December 19, 2025. The suspect later fell to his death from a department store. Police have cordoned off the scene.
Taiwan has initiated a formal complaint at the World Trade Organization challenging Canada's steel tariffs. The move escalates a significant trade dispute between the two economies.
With Pablo Rodriguez's resignation, the Quebec Liberal Party scrambles to find a new leader just ten months before a pivotal election, as a PQ government could trigger a sovereignty referendum. The stakes for federalism are immense.
The U.S. has approved a major arms sale to Taiwan valued over US$10 billion, a move certain to escalate tensions with China. Get the details on the deal and its geopolitical implications.
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne calls for Canada to accelerate its critical minerals strategy, emphasizing domestic extraction and refining to secure economic sovereignty. Learn more about the push for resource independence.
Premier Danielle Smith's government will pass a law to end a court battle, allowing Alberta separatists to gather signatures for a sovereignty vote. Will they prove their support?
Quebec's sovereignist parties express concerns over federal preparations for a potential third independence vote, citing past allegations of interference. Read the latest developments.
Alberta and Saskatchewan's use of sovereignty legislation sets up a constitutional clash with Ottawa over the national firearms buyback. Explore the legal standoff.
Premier Danielle Smith follows a federal economic agreement by invoking the Alberta Sovereignty Act to block enforcement of Ottawa's gun seizure program. Explore the political strategy.
Alberta's Justice Minister introduces a motion under the Sovereignty Act to oppose Ottawa's firearm buyback program and issues new Crown prosecution guidelines on home defense. Read the details.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's government will unveil new rules allowing gun owners to bypass the federal buyback program and may expand property defence laws. Learn the details.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's stark warning to 'lowlife criminals' about facing a bullet has sparked debate. As details emerge, we examine if it's a real policy shift or symbolic politics. Read the full analysis.
A new poll reveals strong Canadian support for limiting foreign investment in critical resources. Over a third would even ban U.S. investors, as sovereignty concerns trump foreign dollars.