Tariffs Undermine CUSMA, Stifle North American Manufacturing
While CUSMA boosted trade to $1.9 trillion, Trump's tariffs on intermediate goods are forcing price hikes, production slowdowns, and layoffs, reintroducing uncertainty.
Category : International Trade
Ex-Russian Oligarch Demands $350M from Canada
Igor Makarov, a billionaire who renounced Russian citizenship, is pursuing Canada for $350 million at an international tribunal after failed court battles over sanctions related to Russia's war on Ukraine.
CUSMA Review: Trade Uncertainty Puts Canadian Jobs at Risk
As the Canada-U.S.-Mexico trade agreement faces review, policy uncertainty is stalling investment and threatening employment. Experts argue Canada must choose between a deal with tariffs or economic instability.
U.S. Pitches Mineral Price Floors to Reduce China Dependence
The Trump administration hosted 55 countries at a critical minerals summit, proposing price floors and private equity investments to secure supply chains and reduce reliance on China.
Carney's China Deal Threatens Canadian Autonomy
Joel Kotkin criticizes PM Mark Carney's strategic pivot toward China, arguing it reduces Canada to a resource vassal while creating dangerous dependencies on an authoritarian regime.
U.S. Seeks Critical Minerals Bloc to Counter China
The United States is pursuing a strategic trading bloc with allied nations to secure critical minerals supply chains, aiming to reduce reliance on China and redirect investments domestically.
U.S. Forms Trading Bloc to Counter China's Minerals Dominance
The United States is spearheading an international effort to reduce global dependence on China for critical minerals, hosting a summit with 55 countries to establish price floors and investment frameworks.
Unions Call for 'Team Canada' Approach to Trump Tariffs
Canadian labour groups, led by Unifor, are pressing Prime Minister Carney to implement a unified national strategy in response to escalating U.S. trade tensions and tariffs.
U.S., Mexico to Coordinate Critical Minerals Trade Policies
The United States and Mexico announce plans to develop synchronized trade policies for critical minerals, aiming to strengthen North American supply chains and reduce dependency on foreign sources.
Carney: Jivani Briefed Before Washington Trade Trip
Prime Minister Mark Carney confirms Conservative MP Jamil Jivani received government briefing ahead of Washington visit focused on trade and GM meetings amid U.S. tariff tensions.
Trump Warns Canada on China Trade, Discusses Iran with Xi
Former US President Donald Trump issues a trade warning to Canada while revealing discussions with China's Xi Jinping on Iran, as the US seeks to isolate Tehran globally.
Churchill, MB Trade Hub Plans Raise Local Worries
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew addresses Churchill residents' concerns about the town's potential transformation into a global trade hub, emphasizing community needs.
Churchill's Trade Hub Future Needs to Work for People: Premier
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew emphasizes that Churchill's potential as a global trade hub must benefit local residents, highlighting community concerns during a recent visit to the northern port town.
Anand in D.C. for U.S.-Led Critical Minerals Trade Zone Talks
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand attends a key meeting in Washington, D.C., as the Trump administration advocates for an international critical mineral trade zone to bolster supply chains.
Trump Tariffs Likely to Continue Despite Supreme Court Case
Businesses anticipating relief from Trump's $181 billion tariff hike may face disappointment as administration officials prepare alternative methods to maintain import taxes regardless of Supreme Court ruling.
Canada to Focus Foreign Aid on Building Mutual Prosperity
A Canadian MP outlines a new foreign aid approach prioritizing economic partnerships and shared growth with trading nations, moving beyond traditional assistance models.
Anand to Attend U.S. Meeting on Critical Minerals
Canada's Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand will participate in a key U.S.-led meeting focused on international cooperation regarding critical minerals essential for modern technology and energy transition.
American Veteran Apologizes to Canada Over Trump Tariff Threat
An 80-year-old U.S. Navy veteran expresses shame over Donald Trump's 100% tariff threat against Canadian goods, apologizing to Canadians in a heartfelt letter published by the Montreal Gazette.
Canada Works to Resolve Gulfstream Dispute After Trump Threat
The Canadian government is collaborating with U.S. authorities and manufacturers to address certification issues for Gulfstream jets, following President Trump's threat of tariffs on Canadian aircraft.
Trade Uncertainty Freezes Businesses, Top Risk to Economy: BMO
BMO's chief economist Douglas Porter identifies trade agreement uncertainty as the primary threat to Canada's economy in 2026, with modest growth and stable rates expected.
Trade Tensions Raise Restaurant Costs in Canada
A new report reveals nearly one-third of Canadian restaurateurs face profit pressures due to rising food prices linked to ongoing trade tensions with the United States.
Modi's U.S. Trade Deal Praised, Agriculture Impact Questioned
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives praise for a new U.S. trade agreement while opposition voices raise concerns about potential negative effects on India's agricultural sector.
Trade Partners Strike Deals as Trump Tariffs Loom
Nations historically reliant on U.S. trade are accelerating bilateral agreements with each other to mitigate risks from potential aggressive tariffs under a second Trump administration.
Canada Uses Oil and Gas to Diversify Trade to Asia
As Canada seeks new trade partners amid global uncertainty, energy exports are becoming a strategic tool, with China and India emerging as key diversification targets for Canadian oil and gas.
Eliminate Internal Trade Barriers to Unify Canada's Economy
A new opinion piece calls for the elimination of costly internal trade barriers in Canada, arguing that unifying the country's thirteen separate economies would boost national prosperity and efficiency.
Carney's China Plan at Risk if Taiwan Attacked
Prime Minister Mark Carney's economic diversification strategy through China engagement could unravel if Beijing invades Taiwan, with experts warning of imminent geopolitical flashpoint.
Trump to Cut Indian Tariffs After Russia Oil Halt
President Donald Trump announces plans to reduce tariffs on Indian imports to 18% after India agrees to cease purchasing Russian oil, marking a significant shift in trade policy.
Trump to Cut India Tariffs After India Drops Russian Oil
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to lower tariffs on India to 18% following India's agreement to cease purchasing Russian oil, marking a significant shift in trade and geopolitical relations.
FAA Backs Trump's Tariff Threats on Canadian Planes
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration expresses concerns about Canada's slow certification process for American-made jets, as President Trump threatens 50% tariffs on Canadian aircraft.
Kovrig Warns Canada-China Trade Deal Risks Outweigh Benefits
Former Canadian diplomat Michael Kovrig cautions that Prime Minister Mark Carney's trade agreement with China poses significant risks of exploitation and retaliation that may outweigh economic gains.
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