Western University partners with Chinese company to research alternative batteries for electric vehicles
Western University marked the opening of Glabat Solid-State Battery Inc. in the atrium of the Amit Chakma Engineering Building. Continue reading
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Farmers call for strong political response to expanding trade obstacles for Canada
Canola farmers whose livelihoods have been targeted by China in its feud with Canada say it’s time for the federal government to be aggressive at the political level in its fight against a growing number of agricultural trade barriers around the world. Continue reading
3rd Canadian canola exporter received quality complaint from China: Bibeau
A third Canadian canola exporter has received a non-compliance notice from China over quality concerns, the federal agriculture minister said Tuesday, the latest development in an escalating feud with the Asian country. Continue reading
Fredericton passes anti-discrimination motion but multicultural group wants to see action
Council approved a motion Monday night to make an official declaration the city won’t tolerate any type of discrimination. Continue reading
Kindergarten teacher arrested after 23 children in China reportedly poisoned
A kindergarten teacher has been arrested in eastern China after 23 students were sickened in a suspected act of deliberate poisoning, police said Tuesday. Continue reading
Nova Scotia’s Maud Lewis exhibit set to open in China after delay amid rising tensions
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
The postponement earlier this month came amidst rising tensions between Canada and China. Continue reading
Is Canada ready for free trade with China? Some experts say it’s a ‘non-starter’ right now
A report from the Macdonald-Laurier Institute highlights the ideological differences that could prevent Canada true free trade with China, and whether the canola trade dispute is a hint at what’s to come. Continue reading
To call China’s Belt and Road Initiative a ‘debt trap’ is prejudiced, says ex-ambassador to U.S.
The Belt and Road Initiative envisions rebuilding the old Silk Road to connect China with Asia, Europe and beyond with massive infrastructure spending. Continue reading
New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern must raise concerns on treatment of Muslims in China, advocates say
Human Rights Watch said Jacinda Ardern should publicly call on Chinese leaders to close the internment camps for Chinese Muslims. Continue reading
Uncertainty for Canadian farmers as China escalates canola feud
The Canola Council of Canada said all of its members have reported that Chinese importers are unwilling to purchase their products. Continue reading