The Senate can protect Canada’s future as a trading nation
The Red Chamber should put a stop to Bill C-282, which would prevent Canada from ever contemplating international trade concessions in sectors regulated through the system of supply management.
Americans ignoring CUSMA auto ruling reveals cracks in deal’s credibility, say trade experts
‘If we can’t figure this one out, the agreement itself will be questioned,’ says Christopher Sands, director of the Wilson Center’s Canada Institute, of American non-compliance with CUSMA’s automobile rules of origin.
Too early for proposals for North American trade pact review, says GAC official, as experts push for proactive plan
‘Relitigating’ NAFTA renegotiation could jeopardize ‘opportunity’ of six-year review, says senior trade official.
Documents reveal feds evaluating ethics of Canada’s booming international student sector
The federal government’s current international education strategy is set to expire next March, and Global Affairs Canada’s trade commissioner service is leading the work on a new plan.
More clarity needed on Canada’s engagement plan with Africa, say advocates and experts
Some are calling on the federal government to combine its plans for African engagement into a comprehensive strategy.
Senators raise concerns about Bloc’s ‘flawed’ supply management bill
Bill C-282 passed the House of Commons at third reading 262-51, arriving in the Senate just prior to the Chamber rising for the summer.
Liberals’ progressive trade agenda faces uphill battle in Southeast Asian negotiations
Before Canada finalizes a trade pact with ASEAN, Myanmar’s place in that deal will have to be confronted, say former diplomats.
Strengthening Canada-India relations: a shared journey for global progress
The time for a stronger Canada-India partnership is now. Let’s embark on a shared journey towards global progress, guided by the principles of democracy, compassion, and the belief that the world is indeed one family.
Trade and temporary migration top of new Colombian envoy’s agenda
In a wide-ranging interview, new Colombian Ambassador to Canada Carlos Morales talks increased trade, faster immigration processing, co-operation on the Venezuelan crisis, and his hopes for a Trudeau-Petro summit.
G7 must adjust to the reality of a multipolar world
If, as Canadians, we want to make a serious contribution to a better world, rather than sounding like an echo for U.S. interests, our government could focus much more on working to restore a healthy and forward-looking multilateralism.
