Project 2025 could render trade and other agreements with U.S. uncertain, say political players
Project 2025 is not really on the radar for most average Canadians, but anyone in government should be taking note. Pollster Darrell Bricker calls the document ‘shocking’ and ‘like the monster under the bed.’
Strengthening Canada’s ties with the ASEAN region
Canada stands to gain greatly from investing in and developing close ties with this dynamic and economically vibrant part of the world.
U.S. election outcome doesn’t change policy issues, but Trump harder to predict, say pundits, lobbyists
Leadership in North America faces a potential shakeup with the U.S. election coming up in November, and Canada’s federal election coming by October of 2025 at the latest.
Bloc accuses feds of backing TC Energy dispute at the expense of mounting defence against Ruby River claim
Canada’s renegotiated North American trade pact removed investor protections, but a disputed window is allowing for legacy NAFTA claims to persist.
Presidential ticket upheavals present murky prospects for 2026 review of North American trade deal
U.S. Vice-President Kamala Harris was one of 10 Senators to vote against CUSMA in 2020.
As Canadian exports to China continue to grow, is the diversification strategy working?
Canadian goods exports to China reached $31-billion in 2023, a jump of six per cent from 2022, according to a new report.
Chinese envoy says Beijing doesn’t need to change approach to next Canadian election, denying foreign interference charges
Plus, new Chinese Ambassador Wang Di says Beijing will take ‘resolute actions’ if Canada imposes tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle exports.
Bumpy road ahead for CUSMA negotiations
Would it be better to have a bad deal than no deal at all? The very question would test Canadian unity.
Time to take trade with Africa and the Caribbean community seriously
Further diversifying our trade partnerships is prudent, and Africa and CARICOM offer the means to get it done.
Deal disquiet: CUSMA review could be a rough ride with the U.S. holding the reins, says pact’s negotiator
Canada, the U.S., and Mexico could all be jockeying to sweeten the deal as competing interests and priorities colour the road to the required 2026 review.
