European Union says retaliatory tariffs on U.S. to kick in Friday
The move confirms a tit-for-tat dispute that could escalate into a full trade war. Continue reading
International trade
Amidst Trump trade dispute, Canada set to table bill to ratify Trans Pacific Partnership
The move comes amid continuing concerns over whether it will be possible to reach a new NAFTA agreement. Continue reading
Edmonton mayor says recent San Francisco trip spawned strategic business initiatives
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Mayor Don Iveson says the province is setting up a trade office in the San Francisco area while a venture capital office will be created in Edmonton, to bring U.S. money here to back ideas created in Edmonton. Continue reading
Alberta premier in Arizona to co-chair 2018 summit of North American leaders
This weekend, Alberta Premier Rachel Notley will co-chair the 2018 Summit of North American Governors and Premiers in Arizona. Continue reading
Trade with North Korea possible, but not anytime soon: Champagne
A future that includes trade with North Korea probably remains a long way off. Continue reading
Yet more NAFTA challenges to come after deal is signed: James Moore
Even if a NAFTA deal can be reached, one former Conservative cabinet minister is warning that there could be more hurdles ahead. Continue reading
U.S. escalates aggressive actions on China trade with tariffs on $50 billion in Chinese imports
The Trump administration on Tuesday escalated its aggressive actions on trade by proposing 25 per cent tariffs on $50 billion in Chinese imports. Continue reading
Trump may want quick NAFTA deal-in-principle but Canadians doubt that can be done
By David Akin Chief Political Correspondent
The White House is keen to have Donald Trump, Justin Trudeau and Enrique Pena Nieto announce a deal in principle at the Summit of the Americas in Lima next week. Continue reading
US-China tariffs represent a ‘slap-fight,’ not a trade war… for now
First, the United States imposed a tax on Chinese steel and aluminum. Then, China counterpunched Monday with tariffs on a host of U.S. products, including apples, pork and ginseng. Continue reading
China slaps fresh tariffs on American meat, fruit as retaliation for Trump import taxes
China said it’s rolling out new tariffs on meat, fruit and other products from the U.S. as retaliation against taxes approved by U.S. President Donald Trump on imported steel and aluminum. Continue reading
