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The latest breaking news and stories on Canada, a country in North America known as a parliamentary constitutional monarchy, and world’s ninth largest economy. Also covering Canada’s relationship with the US and China, plus commentary and updates on Canada’s economy, politics, society and trade news.
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Justin Trudeau
US President Donald Trump has used tariffs as a tool in American foreign policy. Photo: Reuters
US-China trade war

EU to back down on trade alongside Canada amid Trump strong-arm tactics: report

27-member apparently bloc willing to pay 10 per cent higher levies on many of its exports as Canada drops 3 per cent digital services tax.

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China trade

‘Risky choice’: why Canada’s tough stance towards US and China may backfire

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Trade

Carney says trade talks with US resume after Canada rescinded tech tax

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Ukraine war

Zelensky signs decree for Ukraine’s withdrawal from anti-personnel mines treaty

Driven by Russia’s widespread use of mines, the decision aims to restore Ukraine’s right to defend its territory.

A Ukrainian sapper on demining operations in the Kharkiv area, northeastern Ukraine. File photo: EPA-EFE
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong woman arrested in 31kg narcotics bust worth HK$12 million

Resident, 28, intercepted at airport with suspected methamphetamine and cannabis buds in luggage.

US-China trade war

Trump: US to tell countries ‘what they have to pay’; China, India deals coming

US president also announces halt to talks with Canada, calling it a ‘very difficult country to trade with’.

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Africa

Rwanda and DR Congo sign peace deal, as Trump cheers mineral rights for US

The US-brokered agreement raises hopes for an end to the fighting that has killed thousands and displaced hundreds of thousands more.

Esperance Zawadi and her colleague carry fresh cabbages to the market in April months after their return from the Kanyaruchinya camp where they took refuge following clashes between the M23 rebels and the Congolese army in Kibumba, Nyiragongo territory of North Kivu province in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Photo: Reuters
Consumers

Letters | Labubu is cute, collectible and oh so carbon-heavy

Readers discuss how the toy craze is adding to the world’s plastic waste problem, healthcare legislation, and the Strait of Hormuz.

Japan

My Take | Who are these ‘like-minded countries’ politicians are talking about?

Once used to describe ‘the West’, the term has seen expanded usage recently.

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Hong Kong politics

Opinion | In seeking change, leaders must make tough choice on how hard to push

Whether it’s Trump’s optics-focused politics or Hong Kong’s cautious, pragmatic governance, modern political challenges require compromise.

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An Uber app is displayed on a mobile phone as a local taxi drives past in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, on May 16. Photo: Jelly Tse
AIIB

China’s AIIB to double financing with help from private sector

China’s World Bank alternative intends to raise annual financing to US$17 billion by 2030 and work more with private investors under the leadership of incoming President Zou Jiayi.

Photo: Xinhua
Malaysia

Malaysia’s durian scene spikes as it savours markets beyond China

Malaysia’s durian market diversifies with premium varieties like Black Thorn and Red Prawn to meet global demand.

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Science

Maths star Joshua Zahl leaves Canada for China after solving century-old puzzle

The maths luminary is joining Nankai University as a full-time chair professor, months after publishing findings hailed as ‘magical’.

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Nato

Stop worrying about US and carry on, Nato chief tells Europe and Canada

Mark Rutte says the Americans are ‘with us’ and other bloc members need to focus on their military investment plans.

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Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte addresses a press conference a day prior to a meeting of the alliance in The Hague on Tuesday. Photo:AFP
Animals

Making waves with tools: killer whales ‘groom each other with seaweed’

In what could be the first evidence of marine mammals making their own tools, the whales are said to have been seen breaking off bits of the algae to groom one another.

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Killer whales swim off Hokkaido in northern Japan earlier this month. Photo: Kyodo
Nato

Canada raises defence spending to hit Nato targets amid tariff row: Carney

The new spending comes as Prime Minister Mark Carney tries to reach a deal with the White House to lower or remove tariffs on Canadian goods.

India

Will India and Canada move beyond ‘past rancour’ and normalise ties quickly?

The positive tone set by Narendra Modi and Mark Carney in Canada is set to lead to closer two-way economic and other ties, analysts say.

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US-ally trade wars

Canada will ‘adjust’ counter-tariffs on US metals if no Trump deal in 30 days

Prime Minister Mark Carney also unveiled a raft of measures to support local companies facing 50 per cent US metal duties.

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney responds to a question in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario, on Thursday. Photo: Canadian Press via AP
Israel-Iran conflict

If Iran’s Khamenei falls, what would replace him?

Iranian opposition is divided and there is no guarantee new rulers would be any less hardline, analysts say.

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Education in Hong Kong

‘Betrayal’: why Hong Kong students remain cautious as US resumes visa processing

US State Department says new policy requires applicants to make social media accounts public so officials can screen for content deemed hostile.

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Chinese culture

How Vancouver’s Chinatown, plagued by poverty, fights for survival

Vancouver’s Chinatown faces a number of challenges, but its passionate community aims to revitalise and preserve its 140-year-old legacy.

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Chefs and volunteers at Light Up Chinatown, an outdoor event held in the neighbourhood and organised by the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation. Photo: Light Up Chinatown
Science

Top scientists will leave US in waves this summer: experts

Increasing numbers of scientists are eyeing opportunities in Australia, Canada, China and Europe amid threatened cuts to funding.

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A number of US-based researchers are reported to be exploring opportunities in other countries. Photo: AFP
Fame and celebrity

Meet Katie Douglas, who plays Abby in Ginny & Georgia

The 26-year-old Canadian actress also has big-screen credits, including in the new slasher Clown in a Cornfield, and in the 2018 true crime film Believe Me: The Abduction of Lisa McVey.

G7

G7 summit wraps with statements on AI, critical minerals, but not Ukraine

No ‘strongly worded’ joint condemnation of Russia as Washington reportedly argues such an approach could undermine its ability to negotiate.

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Donald Trump

Trump says EU not offering fair trade deal, Japan being ‘tough’ too

The US president left his team in Canada to continue working on thorny trade issues after he abruptly exited the G7 summit.

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US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One after departing early from the the G7 summit in Canada to return to Washington. Photo: Reuters
India

Modi and Carney meet to reset India-Canada ties after tense 2 years

Relations have been rocky since Trudeau accused New Delhi of involvement in the murder of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil.

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India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi (left) and Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney shake hands during a meeting at the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, on Tuesday. Photo: Canadian Press via AP
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police arrest man for allegedly smuggling HK$19 million of cocaine

34-year-old suspect reportedly posed as a tourist and travelled to city via direct flight from San Francisco.

Israel-Iran conflict

Trump seeks ‘real end’ to conflict as Israel, Iran trade fire for 5th day

Middle East arch foes keep up hostilities as Trump issues ominous warning, leaving G7 abruptly.

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