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Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed caution over Canada's trade talks with the United States, stating that the negotiations are in an intense phase following a key agreement between the US and the European Union. Despite US President Donald Trump's previous comments downplaying the importance of a
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Stephen Harper, Canada's former prime minister, has called on the government to diversify its trade markets and reduce its reliance on the United States, citing the need for the country to be proactive in the face of rising tensions between the US and China. Harper made his comments
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As the International Court of Justice released an "advisory opinion" on climate change, it sent a clear message to fossil-fuel-producing countries: take action to protect the climate system from greenhouse gas emissions or face the consequences. The unanimous decision, requested by all 193 United Nations member states, states
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As the August 1 deadline approaches for a Canada-US trade deal, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faces a daunting challenge: managing the politics of concession. With President Donald Trump's trade threats looming, Mr. Trudeau has been working to lower expectations, indicating that a deal will likely include some tariffs.
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U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that he may not reach a new trade deal with Canada, suggesting instead that he might impose more tariffs on the country unilaterally. This follows signals from Prime Minister Mark Carney that the two sides may not be able to reach an agreement
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Prime Minister Mark Carney condemned Israel on Thursday, joining a growing list of world leaders expressing alarm over the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Carney called for an immediate ceasefire and criticized Israel's control of aid distribution, saying that the Israeli government has failed to prevent the rapidly
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Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney has condemned the Israeli government's control of aid delivery to Gaza, citing a rapidly deteriorating humanitarian disaster and mass starvation in the territory. Carney emphasized that substantial amounts of Canadian assistance are being held back by Israeli restrictions, preventing aid from
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Canada and Mexico enjoy unparalleled access to the American consumer market, with most Canadian exports facing no tariffs when entering the United States. However, the recent tariff announcements by the White House have created uncertainty, with Canadian trade negotiators facing a complex and ever-changing landscape. Prime Minister Mark Carney is
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British Columbia Premier David Eby has expressed skepticism about the prospects of a new trade deal between Canada and the United States, citing the ongoing and unpredictable nature of negotiations. Speaking to The Globe and Mail, Premier Eby stated that Prime Minister Mark Carney briefed the premiers on the status
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Canada's Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc has expressed caution regarding the prospects for a trade deal with the United States, despite a productive meeting with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Republican Senators. Prime Minister Mark Carney has signaled that the talks may miss the Aug. 1 deadline,
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Prime Minister Mark Carney and several Canadian premiers have emphasized the importance of getting the best deal for Canada in the ongoing trade talks with the United States, even if it means surpassing the planned August 1 deadline. The leaders expressed concerns about the uncertainty of the trade dispute and
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As President Donald Trump's Aug. 1 deadline for a trade pact with Canada looms large, Prime Minister Mark Carney has signaled a shift in strategy, focusing on opportunities with other nations. In a meeting with provincial premiers, Carney stated that Canada will work positively for a deal but
