Donald Trump’s latest defence project, a giant missile shield over North America dubbed the “Golden Dome,” has one major challenge, he can’t build it without help from Canada. But Ottawa hasn’t committed, and it’s not clear if it will.Canada’s vast northern airspace would be essential for tracking missiles that could fly over the Arctic, but Canadian leaders remain cautious. Trump estimates the project could cost $500 billion and says Canada “wants protection too,” suggesting Washington would help as usual.Still, political voices in Ottawa are unsure. “There’s a lot we just don’t know. There’s a lot that needs to be revealed about how the economic and security partnership with America and Canada will unfold,” Conservative MP Shuvaloy Majumdar told Politico.<h2>Strained relations complicate cooperation</h2>Trump’s assumption that Canada will join the project might be optimistic, especially given recent tensions. He’s criticised Canada for relying too much on US defence and favourable trade deals, and a past tariff dispute has left the relationship bruised.Prime Minister Mark Carney has warned Washington not to take Ottawa for granted and has even hinted at exploring alternative security partnerships. “None of [the Golden Dome partnership] has been spelled out or negotiated. It’s not, you know, good old Canada-USA. It’s like, ‘We can’t do this easily, because our people are very upset,’” US Senator Jack Reed told Politico.<h2>Why the Arctic matters?</h2>Canada’s nearly 4 million square miles of land and airspace are strategically critical. They give the US a clear view of any missiles launched by Russia or China across the North Pole, an area that remains a gap in US air defences.For decades, the two countries have worked together under the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). NORAD has ensured joint air patrols and radar sharing, especially across the Arctic, where Russian aircraft regularly test both nations’ air defences.Canada typically covers about 40% of NORAD’s budget and has already pledged $38 billion to upgrade its radar network over the next 20 years.<h2>Canada’s technology is already in play</h2>Ottawa could contribute more to the Golden Dome by installing radars and interceptors across its territory, like those in Alaska and California. During his first week as Prime Minister, Carney signed a $4 billion radar deal with Australia for technology developed by BAE Systems. These radars are intended for the Arctic and could be folded into the NORAD system.Audrey Champoux, spokesperson for Carney, confirmed that discussions with Washington are ongoing. “Carney and his ministers are having wide-ranging and constructive discussions with their American counterparts,” she said.The US Northern Command, which oversees NORAD, said, “We will continue to prioritise our core mission of defending the United States and Canada and will ensure any new capabilities align with that objective.”<h2>Big money, big decisions, and big delays</h2>Funding is another major issue. The White House is asking Congress for an initial $25 billion to begin work. But Canada’s budget won’t be ready until autumn, leaving a gap in commitment.Another sticking point is whether Canada will allow its forces to participate in shooting down ballistic missiles. The issue has been politically sensitive for years, with no firm consensus.“It’s something that we are looking at and something that has been discussed at a high level. But not — sure, one negotiates on this,” said Carney.

Trump’s assumption that Canada will join the project might be optimistic, especially given recent tensions. He’s criticised Canada for relying too much on US defence and favourable trade deals, and a past tariff dispute has left the relationship bruised.

Donald Trump’s latest defence project, a giant missile shield over North America dubbed the “Golden Dome,” has one major challenge, he can’t build it without help from Canada. But Ottawa hasn’t committed, and it’s not clear if it will. Canada’s vast northern airspace would be essential for tracking missiles that could fly over the Arctic, but Canadian leaders remain cautious. Trump estimates the project could cost $500 billion and says Canada “wants protection too,” suggesting Washington would help as usual. Still, political voices in Ottawa are unsure. “There’s a lot we just don’t know. There’s a lot that needs to be revealed about how the economic and security partnership with America and Canada will unfold,” Conservative MP Shuvaloy Majumdar told Politico. Strained relations complicate cooperation Trump’s assumption that Canada will join the project might be optimistic, especially given recent tensions. He’s criticised Canada for relying too much on US defence and favourable trade deals, and a past tariff dispute has left the relationship bruised. Prime Minister Mark Carney has warned Washington not to take Ottawa for granted and has even hinted at exploring alternative security partnerships. “None of [the Golden Dome partnership] has been spelled out or negotiated. It’s not, you know, good old Canada-USA. It’s like, ‘We can’t do this easily, because our people are very upset,’” US Senator Jack Reed told Politico. Why the Arctic matters? Canada’s nearly 4 million square miles of land and airspace are strategically critical. They give the US a clear view of any missiles launched by Russia or China across the North Pole, an area that remains a gap in US air defences. For decades, the two countries have worked together under the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). NORAD has ensured joint air patrols and radar sharing, especially across the Arctic, where Russian aircraft regularly test both nations’ air defences. Canada typically covers about 40% of NORAD’s budget and has already pledged $38 billion to upgrade its radar network over the next 20 years. Canada’s technology is already in play Ottawa could contribute more to the Golden Dome by installing radars and interceptors across its territory, like those in Alaska and California. During his first week as Prime Minister, Carney signed a $4 billion radar deal with Australia for technology developed by BAE Systems. These radars are intended for the Arctic and could be folded into the NORAD system. Audrey Champoux, spokesperson for Carney, confirmed that discussions with Washington are ongoing. “Carney and his ministers are having wide-ranging and constructive discussions with their American counterparts,” she said. The US Northern Command, which oversees NORAD, said, “We will continue to prioritise our core mission of defending the United States and Canada and will ensure any new capabilities align with that objective.” Big money, big decisions, and big delays Funding is another major issue. The White House is asking Congress for an initial $25 billion to begin work. But Canada’s budget won’t be ready until autumn, leaving a gap in commitment. Another sticking point is whether Canada will allow its forces to participate in shooting down ballistic missiles. The issue has been politically sensitive for years, with no firm consensus. “It’s something that we are looking at and something that has been discussed at a high level. But not — sure, one negotiates on this,” said Carney.

Trump’s assumption that Canada will join the project might be optimistic, especially given recent tensions. He’s criticised Canada for relying too much on US defence and favourable trade deals, and a past tariff dispute has left the relationship bruised.

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled his new cabinet on Tuesday, saying that his ministry will have a “primary focus” on the country’s economy after a whirlwind election catalyzed by tariffs and annexation threats from the United States.

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Anita Anand, the first Hindu woman to be appointed as Canada&rsquo;s new <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-origin-anita-anand-appointed-canadas-foreign-minister-in-carney-cabinet-overhaul-9065930" rel="dofollow">foreign minister</a>, took her oath of office with her hand placed on the Bhagavad Gita. She was appointed to the post in a major Cabinet reshuffle announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday (May 14).
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Following Justin Trudeau's resignation earlier this year, she had emerged as a top contender in the race to succeed Prime Minister. However, she withdrew from the race stating that she is returning to academia.
<h2>All about Anita Anand: first Hindu Foreign Minister of Canada</h2>
Anita Anand entered politics in 2019 and was elected as a Member of Parliament for Oakville. She served at the Ministry of Public Services and Procurement during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. In 2021, she became Defence Minister.&nbsp;Anand was shifted to the Treasury Board in mid 2023, but was moved back as Minister of Transport and Internal Trade in September 2024.
Anand wears her Indian heritage proudly, and often shares pictures of Hindu and Sikh events. "I am a Canadian who is very proud of my Punjabi and Tamil heritage," she had once declared in Parliament.&nbsp;
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<h2>Indian-origin Anita Anand</h2>
Anand was born in in Kentville, Nova Scotia to a Tamil father and Punjabi mother. Her parents were doctors who migrated to Canada in the early 1960s. Her father was from Tamil Nadu, and her mother from Punjab&rsquo;s Jandiala Guru, a town outside Amritsar. They reportedly met in Ireland in the 1950s, got married in England, and lived in Nigeria and India before moving to Canada in 1965.
Anand holds three degrees &ndash; Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies from Queen&rsquo;s University, Bachelor of Arts in Jurisprudence from Oxford University and Bachelor of Laws from Dalhousie University. She completed her Master of Laws from the University of Toronto. Anand also held academic positions at prestigious institutions including Yale, Queen&rsquo;s University and Western University.&nbsp;
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<h2>India-Canada ties</h2>
India&rsquo;s ties with Canada had deteriorated under former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. On Trudeau's probe order on the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Anand urged for &ldquo;unity&rdquo; and the need to uphold law and order. However, she did express condolences to the family of Nijjar, stating that it was a &ldquo;very difficult time&rdquo; for &ldquo;many of us who have our roots in India&rdquo;. &ldquo;I want to be very clear that our government takes any and all allegations of foreign actor interference in Canada extremely seriously,&rdquo; she had said in a statement.
However, Anand spoke against acts of vandalism on Indian figures and Hindu temples. In June 2024, she condemned the inact of murder of prime minister Indira Gandhi in Canada&rsquo;s Brampton. &ldquo;The use of violent imagery in relation to Prime Minister Indira Gandhi is disturbing and unacceptable as it promotes and perpetuates hate and violence,&rdquo; she stated on social media.&nbsp;
In February 2023, she called the vandalism of Hindu temples &ldquo;unacceptable&rdquo;, and in July 2022, she criticised the defacement of a Mahatma Gandhi statue at a Hindu temple in Richmond Hill.
With Mark Carney at the helm of affairs, it remains to be seen if Anand will play on to her Indian-origin card and help improve India-Canada ties.
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World | Anita Anand, the first Hindu woman to be appointed as Canada’s new foreign minister, took her oath of office with her hand placed on the Bhagavad Gita.

Anita Anand, the first Hindu woman to be appointed as Canada’s new foreign minister, took her oath of office with her hand placed on the Bhagavad Gita. She was appointed to the post in a major Cabinet reshuffle announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday (May 14). WATCH here I am honoured to be named Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs. I look forward to working with Prime Minister Mark Carney and our team to build a safer, fairer world and deliver for Canadians. pic.twitter.com/NpPqyah9k3 — Anita Anand (@AnitaAnandMP) May 13, 2025 Following Justin Trudeau's resignation earlier this year, she had emerged as a top contender in the race to succeed Prime Minister. However, she withdrew from the race stating that she is returning to academia. All about Anita Anand: first Hindu Foreign Minister of Canada Anita Anand entered politics in 2019 and was elected as a Member of Parliament for Oakville. She served at the Ministry of Public Services and Procurement during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. In 2021, she became Defence Minister. Anand was shifted to the Treasury Board in mid 2023, but was moved back as Minister of Transport and Internal Trade in September 2024. Anand wears her Indian heritage proudly, and often shares pictures of Hindu and Sikh events. "I am a Canadian who is very proud of my Punjabi and Tamil heritage," she had once declared in Parliament. Read More | Will pro-Khalistan Jagmeet Singh's poll setback pave way for Canada to take action against Khalistani terrorism? Indian-origin Anita Anand Anand was born in in Kentville, Nova Scotia to a Tamil father and Punjabi mother. Her parents were doctors who migrated to Canada in the early 1960s. Her father was from Tamil Nadu, and her mother from Punjab’s Jandiala Guru, a town outside Amritsar. They reportedly met in Ireland in the 1950s, got married in England, and lived in Nigeria and India before moving to Canada in 1965. Anand holds three degrees – Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies from Queen’s University, Bachelor of Arts in Jurisprudence from Oxford University and Bachelor of Laws from Dalhousie University. She completed her Master of Laws from the University of Toronto. Anand also held academic positions at prestigious institutions including Yale, Queen’s University and Western University. Read More | Will India-Canada ties improve under Mark Carney? All controversies during Justin Trudeau's tenure listed India-Canada ties India’s ties with Canada had deteriorated under former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. On Trudeau's probe order on the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Anand urged for “unity” and the need to uphold law and order. However, she did express condolences to the family of Nijjar, stating that it was a “very difficult time” for “many of us who have our roots in India”. “I want to be very clear that our government takes any and all allegations of foreign actor interference in Canada extremely seriously,” she had said in a statement. However, Anand spoke against acts of vandalism on Indian figures and Hindu temples. In June 2024, she condemned the inact of murder of prime minister Indira Gandhi in Canada’s Brampton. “The use of violent imagery in relation to Prime Minister Indira Gandhi is disturbing and unacceptable as it promotes and perpetuates hate and violence,” she stated on social media. In February 2023, she called the vandalism of Hindu temples “unacceptable”, and in July 2022, she criticised the defacement of a Mahatma Gandhi statue at a Hindu temple in Richmond Hill. With Mark Carney at the helm of affairs, it remains to be seen if Anand will play on to her Indian-origin card and help improve India-Canada ties. Read More | 'India, Canada bound by shared democratic values'; PM Modi congratulates Mark Carney on election win

Who is Anita Anand, Canada's first Hindu foreign minister: Will Indo-Canada ties improve under her

Indian-origin Anita Anand has been appointed Canada&rsquo;s new Minister of Foreign Affairs as Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a major cabinet overhaul with two dozen new faces. Anita&rsquo;s appointment marks a historic moment as she becomes the first visible minority to hold this position in Canadian history.
Besides, Brampton MP Maninder Sidhu, also of Indian origin, has been appointed to serve as Carney&rsquo;s international trade minister.
Anita Anand, born in Kentville, Nova Scotia, to Indian physician parents, began her political journey with her election as Member of Parliament from Oakville in 2019. Since then, she has held several significant portfolios, including Minister of Public Services and Procurement, Minister of National Defence, and president of the Treasury Board.
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As defence minister, she oversaw Canada&rsquo;s military support to Ukraine during the 2022 Russian invasion. Before entering politics, Anand was a law professor at the University of Toronto, specialising in corporate governance and investor protection.
Anand had been planning to leave political life and had announced she would not run again for MP but changed her mind with Carney&rsquo;s arrival.
Sidhu, a successful entrepreneur and community advocate, was first elected in 2019 and has been active in various parliamentary committees. He is also known for founding &lsquo;The Kindness Movement&rsquo;, an initiative aimed at supporting economically disadvantaged students in Canada and India.&nbsp;
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Carney is building a team to take on US President Donald Trump and his tariffs and help prop up a faltering Canadian economy as the country grapples with higher joblessness amid tremendous trade uncertainty.
Carney said in a statement that the new Cabinet is built to deliver the change Canadians want and need.&nbsp;
The new ministry includes 28 cabinet ministers and 10 secretaries of state, and is largely composed of new faces. Carney ensured gender parity and has appointed 14 men and 14 women as full cabinet ministers or secretaries of state. He has also elevated critics of former prime minister Justin Trudeau, liken MPs Wayne Long and Jo&euml;l Lightbound.
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In a key appointment, Steven MacKinnon, an experienced parliamentarian, becomes the leader of the government in the House &mdash; a crucial role as he&rsquo;s responsible for the legislative agenda and counting votes to get bills through Parliament without a Liberal majority.&nbsp;
Some of the secretaries of state have interesting backgrounds. Stephen Fuhr, now secretary of state for defence procurement, is a retired air force officer, while Olympic gold medallist Adam van Koeverden is secretary of state for sport. Former journalist Evan Solomon takes on a newly created role as minister of artificial intelligence.

World: Carney is building a team to take on US President Donald Trump and his tariffs and help prop up a faltering Canadian economy as the country grapples with higher joblessness amid tremendous trade uncertainty.

Indian-origin Anita Anand has been appointed Canada’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs as Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a major cabinet overhaul with two dozen new faces. Anita’s appointment marks a historic moment as she becomes the first visible minority to hold this position in Canadian history. Besides, Brampton MP Maninder Sidhu, also of Indian origin, has been appointed to serve as Carney’s international trade minister. Anita Anand, born in Kentville, Nova Scotia, to Indian physician parents, began her political journey with her election as Member of Parliament from Oakville in 2019. Since then, she has held several significant portfolios, including Minister of Public Services and Procurement, Minister of National Defence, and president of the Treasury Board. Also Read | Trump gets ‘lavender’ carpet welcome to Saudi Arabia after F-15 escort As defence minister, she oversaw Canada’s military support to Ukraine during the 2022 Russian invasion. Before entering politics, Anand was a law professor at the University of Toronto, specialising in corporate governance and investor protection. Anand had been planning to leave political life and had announced she would not run again for MP but changed her mind with Carney’s arrival. Sidhu, a successful entrepreneur and community advocate, was first elected in 2019 and has been active in various parliamentary committees. He is also known for founding ‘The Kindness Movement’, an initiative aimed at supporting economically disadvantaged students in Canada and India. Also Read | PM Modi compares agility of India’s modern weapons to Maharana Pratap’s legendary horse Chetak Carney is building a team to take on US President Donald Trump and his tariffs and help prop up a faltering Canadian economy as the country grapples with higher joblessness amid tremendous trade uncertainty. Carney said in a statement that the new Cabinet is built to deliver the change Canadians want and need. The new ministry includes 28 cabinet ministers and 10 secretaries of state, and is largely composed of new faces. Carney ensured gender parity and has appointed 14 men and 14 women as full cabinet ministers or secretaries of state. He has also elevated critics of former prime minister Justin Trudeau, liken MPs Wayne Long and Joël Lightbound. Also Read | ‘World saw the true face of Pak when its army officials attended funerals of terrorists’: PM Modi In a key appointment, Steven MacKinnon, an experienced parliamentarian, becomes the leader of the government in the House — a crucial role as he’s responsible for the legislative agenda and counting votes to get bills through Parliament without a Liberal majority. Some of the secretaries of state have interesting backgrounds. Stephen Fuhr, now secretary of state for defence procurement, is a retired air force officer, while Olympic gold medallist Adam van Koeverden is secretary of state for sport. Former journalist Evan Solomon takes on a newly created role as minister of artificial intelligence.

Indian-origin Anita Anand appointed Canada’s foreign minister in Carney cabinet overhaul

A province in Canada started panicking when several people started being diagnosed with neurological symptoms without a clear cause. Neurologist Alier Marrero was the first doctor who notice them in his patients. Some of the cases were from as far back as 2013. In 2020, he informed Public Health New Brunswick officials about them, Gizmodo reported.
The next year, New Brunswick health officials wrote a memo to health care workers about the strange condition that was noticed in several residents. The cases were classified as a neurological syndrome of unknown cause (NSUC). The memo got leaked to the media, and the symptoms described included dementia, rapid weight loss, trouble moving, and hallucinations. Tests did not reveal a common culprit for the cluster.
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<h2>Study finds no common cause for mystery illness</h2>
Now, a study has revealed that there is nothing that links the neurological cases in New Brunswick. Published in JAMA Neurology, the study reviewed the cases of more than two dozen patients who had complained of the mystery illness. They failed to find a common trigger, such as a novel disease or environmental factor, for the shared symptoms.
After the memo became public, 48 supposed cases of NSUC were identified, and some of them passed away following the symptoms.
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A committee was set up to investigate the NSUC cases. It released its report in February 2022, which concluded no "common illness" likely existed. It added that the symptoms were caused by a variety of known neurological conditions. The New Brunswick government then closed the investigation.
<h2>Patients complaining of NSUC think someone wants to keep the illness under wraps</h2>
But Marrero and several other people believe that something bigger is at play here and that the cluster is real. People who think they have NSUC and others think that the problem is much bigger than reported and affects hundreds of more people. They have also accused local and federal governments of not letting some experts become part of the probe, ignoring some cases and that an environmental trigger is causing the problem.
Experts from the Moncton Interdisciplinary Neurodegenerative Diseases (MIND) Clinic in New Brunswick participated in the study. This is where the first patients were checked. Autopsy data from 11 people who died, and from 14 who were re-examined, were analysed.
Once again, no single underlying cause was found for the mystery illness. They added that all 25 cases were linked to known conditions, such as Alzheimer&rsquo;s disease, Parkinson&rsquo;s, and traumatic brain injury.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We have found no support for the existence of an undiagnosed mystery disease in New Brunswick,&rdquo; the authors wrote.
The researchers wrote that the affected patients and their families who think that "a potentially fatal mystery disease continues to affect them", should be offered reassurance and mental health support.
However, the matter refuses to die down and another probe has been opened by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health in New Brunswick, the Vitalit&eacute; Health Network, and the Public Health Agency of Canada.

A mystery illness reported in New Brunswick is not real, one study and another investigation have found. Yet, people refuse to believe them. World Trending

A province in Canada started panicking when several people started being diagnosed with neurological symptoms without a clear cause. Neurologist Alier Marrero was the first doctor who notice them in his patients. Some of the cases were from as far back as 2013. In 2020, he informed Public Health New Brunswick officials about them, Gizmodo reported. The next year, New Brunswick health officials wrote a memo to health care workers about the strange condition that was noticed in several residents. The cases were classified as a neurological syndrome of unknown cause (NSUC). The memo got leaked to the media, and the symptoms described included dementia, rapid weight loss, trouble moving, and hallucinations. Tests did not reveal a common culprit for the cluster. Also Read: Six nurses of one hospital working on same floor develop brain tumours one after the other Study finds no common cause for mystery illness Now, a study has revealed that there is nothing that links the neurological cases in New Brunswick. Published in JAMA Neurology, the study reviewed the cases of more than two dozen patients who had complained of the mystery illness. They failed to find a common trigger, such as a novel disease or environmental factor, for the shared symptoms. After the memo became public, 48 supposed cases of NSUC were identified, and some of them passed away following the symptoms. Also Read: Vasectomy in exchange for benefits: Indonesian governor's absurd suggestion A committee was set up to investigate the NSUC cases. It released its report in February 2022, which concluded no "common illness" likely existed. It added that the symptoms were caused by a variety of known neurological conditions. The New Brunswick government then closed the investigation. Patients complaining of NSUC think someone wants to keep the illness under wraps But Marrero and several other people believe that something bigger is at play here and that the cluster is real. People who think they have NSUC and others think that the problem is much bigger than reported and affects hundreds of more people. They have also accused local and federal governments of not letting some experts become part of the probe, ignoring some cases and that an environmental trigger is causing the problem. Experts from the Moncton Interdisciplinary Neurodegenerative Diseases (MIND) Clinic in New Brunswick participated in the study. This is where the first patients were checked. Autopsy data from 11 people who died, and from 14 who were re-examined, were analysed. Once again, no single underlying cause was found for the mystery illness. They added that all 25 cases were linked to known conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s, and traumatic brain injury. “We have found no support for the existence of an undiagnosed mystery disease in New Brunswick,” the authors wrote. The researchers wrote that the affected patients and their families who think that "a potentially fatal mystery disease continues to affect them", should be offered reassurance and mental health support. However, the matter refuses to die down and another probe has been opened by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health in New Brunswick, the Vitalité Health Network, and the Public Health Agency of Canada.

A mysterious illness stirred fear in Canada. A probe and a study found that it doesn't even exist

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 6) completely scraped off reducing tariffs on Canada, saying that there's nothing Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney can say to lift <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/us-tariffs">US tariffs</a>.&nbsp;
During meeting with the Canadian PM, a reporter asked if there is anything Carney can say to him that would make him lift the tariffs on Canada. To this, Trump replied, "No, that's just the way it is." &nbsp;
Trump said that "this is a very friendly conversation" with Carney but that the US wants to make its own cars.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;We don&rsquo;t really want cars from Canada,&rdquo; Trump said. &ldquo;We don&rsquo;t want steel from Canada because we&rsquo;re making our own steel.&rdquo;
He also reiterated that Canada needs US good more than the US needs Canadian goods. "We don't do a lot of a business with Canada, they do a lot of business with us," he said.
He said Canada buys the US's "top notch" military equipment. However, Carney didn't respond.
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Trump said it was an "honour" to host the Canadian prime minister following his election victory. Trump says the US will "always' protect Canada, and adds that "it's not a money thing".
It was a long-awaited meeting that came after weeks of strained relations over tariffs and talk of annexation.
Despite the recent tensions, the meeting began on a surprisingly warm note. President Trump told reporters in the Oval Office it was a &ldquo;great honour&rdquo; to host Carney, describing his election win as &ldquo;very big&rdquo;.
&ldquo;I think I was probably the greatest thing that happened to him,&rdquo; Trump said. &ldquo;His party was losing a lot, and he ended up winning. So I really want to congratulate him, probably one of the greatest comebacks in the history of politics, maybe even greater than mine.&rdquo;
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When asked if there is anything Carney can say to him that would make him lift the tariffs on Canada. To this, Trump replied, "No, that's just the way it is."  WORLD

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 6) completely scraped off reducing tariffs on Canada, saying that there's nothing Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney can say to lift US tariffs. During meeting with the Canadian PM, a reporter asked if there is anything Carney can say to him that would make him lift the tariffs on Canada. To this, Trump replied, "No, that's just the way it is." Trump said that "this is a very friendly conversation" with Carney but that the US wants to make its own cars. Also read: 'Wonderful marriage between US and Canada': PM Carney says 'Canada will never be for sale', Trump replies, 'never say never' “We don’t really want cars from Canada,” Trump said. “We don’t want steel from Canada because we’re making our own steel.” He also reiterated that Canada needs US good more than the US needs Canadian goods. "We don't do a lot of a business with Canada, they do a lot of business with us," he said. He said Canada buys the US's "top notch" military equipment. However, Carney didn't respond. Also read: 'Very talented, very good': Trump calls Canada PM Carney’s win ‘greater than his’ in surprisingly warm White House welcome Trump said it was an "honour" to host the Canadian prime minister following his election victory. Trump says the US will "always' protect Canada, and adds that "it's not a money thing". It was a long-awaited meeting that came after weeks of strained relations over tariffs and talk of annexation. Despite the recent tensions, the meeting began on a surprisingly warm note. President Trump told reporters in the Oval Office it was a “great honour” to host Carney, describing his election win as “very big”. “I think I was probably the greatest thing that happened to him,” Trump said. “His party was losing a lot, and he ended up winning. So I really want to congratulate him, probably one of the greatest comebacks in the history of politics, maybe even greater than mine.” Also read: ‘We don’t need ANYTHING from Canada’: Trump blasts Canada ahead of first meeting with PM Carney at White House

'There's nothing PM Carney could say to lift US tariffs': Trump completely dismisses reducing tariffs on Canada

US President Donald Trump delivered a blunt message to Canada just before welcoming its new Prime Minister, Mark Carney, to the White House on Tuesday (May 06).

Mark Carney Meets Trump In Bid To Reset Strained Relations

US President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held their first official meeting at the White House on Tuesday (May 06), just weeks after Carney&rsquo;s election win in Canada. The talks, held amid a backdrop of rising tensions, included Trump doubling down on his controversial idea of turning Canada into the 51st US state.
Sitting beside Carney in the Oval Office, Trump said he &ldquo;stands by&rdquo; his previous comments about making Canada part of the United States. When asked by a reporter about what statehood would mean, Trump responded that it would bring &ldquo;free military&rdquo; protection and &ldquo;a massive tax cut for Canadians.&rdquo; He described the two countries as being on the verge of a &ldquo;wonderful marriage.&rdquo;
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<h2>Carney: &lsquo;Never, never, never&rsquo;</h2>
Carney, who built his campaign on defending Canadian sovereignty, was quick to reject the idea.
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s not for sale and will never be for sale ever,&rdquo; he told reporters, responding directly to Trump&rsquo;s comments. When Trump added, &ldquo;Never say never,&rdquo; Carney smiled and mouthed &ldquo;never, never, never.&rdquo;
He said he had met with the &ldquo;owners&rdquo; of Canada during his campaign, referring to the Canadian people, and made it clear &ldquo;it won&rsquo;t be for sale ever.&rdquo;
Although their meeting had a light tone at times, Carney reminded everyone of the serious concerns that had shaped his election campaign. Speaking to his supporters on the night of his win, he had warned, &ldquo;As I&rsquo;ve been warning for months, America wants our land, our resources, our water, our country. These are not idle threats. President Trump is trying to break us so America can own us. That will never, ever happen.&rdquo;
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Still, Carney did signal a willingness to work with the US. He spoke of the &ldquo;opportunity&rdquo; within the partnership and the potential for what both countries could &ldquo;build together.&rdquo;
Trump, meanwhile, praised Carney&rsquo;s recent election win as &ldquo;very big&rdquo; and called him a &ldquo;very talented&rdquo; leader, suggesting that the two have &ldquo;a lot of things in common&rdquo; despite their differences.

World: PM Mark Carney, who built his campaign on defending Canadian sovereignty, was quick to reject Trump's idea of Canada being the 51st US State.

US President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held their first official meeting at the White House on Tuesday (May 06), just weeks after Carney’s election win in Canada. The talks, held amid a backdrop of rising tensions, included Trump doubling down on his controversial idea of turning Canada into the 51st US state. Sitting beside Carney in the Oval Office, Trump said he “stands by” his previous comments about making Canada part of the United States. When asked by a reporter about what statehood would mean, Trump responded that it would bring “free military” protection and “a massive tax cut for Canadians.” He described the two countries as being on the verge of a “wonderful marriage.” Also read: 'Very talented, very good': Trump calls Canada PM Carney’s win ‘greater than his’ in surprisingly warm White House welcome Carney: ‘Never, never, never’ Carney, who built his campaign on defending Canadian sovereignty, was quick to reject the idea. “It’s not for sale and will never be for sale ever,” he told reporters, responding directly to Trump’s comments. When Trump added, “Never say never,” Carney smiled and mouthed “never, never, never.” He said he had met with the “owners” of Canada during his campaign, referring to the Canadian people, and made it clear “it won’t be for sale ever.” Although their meeting had a light tone at times, Carney reminded everyone of the serious concerns that had shaped his election campaign. Speaking to his supporters on the night of his win, he had warned, “As I’ve been warning for months, America wants our land, our resources, our water, our country. These are not idle threats. President Trump is trying to break us so America can own us. That will never, ever happen.” Also read: ‘We don’t need ANYTHING from Canada’: Trump blasts Canada ahead of first meeting with PM Carney at White House Still, Carney did signal a willingness to work with the US. He spoke of the “opportunity” within the partnership and the potential for what both countries could “build together.” Trump, meanwhile, praised Carney’s recent election win as “very big” and called him a “very talented” leader, suggesting that the two have “a lot of things in common” despite their differences.

'Wonderful marriage between US and Canada': PM Carney says 'Canada will never be for sale', Trump replies, 'never say never'

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 6) once again targeted China, saying that their economy is "suffering greatly" because of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/tariffs">tariffs</a>&nbsp;they brought in.&nbsp;
The US president further said that the Chinese are "not doing business right now" and their ships are "turning around in the Pacific Ocean."
Trump added that the Chinese leadership "want to meet", adding that they want to negotiate a trade deal to end the tariffs.&nbsp;
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"We will be meeting with them at the right time," he said during his meeting with UK Prime Minister Mark Carney.&nbsp;
US President Trump and UK PM Keir Starmer have now departed for private talks, where the media is not invited.&nbsp;
Earlier today, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that China has not engaged in negotiations yet.
"We are currently negotiating with 17 of those trading partners. China, we have not engaged in negotiations with as of yet," Bessent said.&nbsp;
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Last week, Trump in an interview to NBC, hinted at lowering tariffs on China, stressing that Beijing wants to do business with them.&nbsp;
He acknowledged that the current tariffs are so high that the two of the world's largest economies have essentially stopped doing business with each other.&nbsp;
"At some point, I'm going to lower them, because otherwise, you could never do business with them, and they want to do business very much," Trump said in an interview on NBC's 'Meet the Press with Kristen Welker'.
He further said that there have been "positive" statements from China in the last few days, while, he also said that any deal finalised with China has to be "fair".&nbsp;
China on Friday last week, hinted at being open to sit across the US on the negotiation table since Trump's tariffs were announced on Liberation Day, saying it was evaluating the possibility of trade talks with the US.&nbsp;
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The US president further said that the Chinese are "not doing business right now" and their ships are "turning around in the Pacific Ocean." world

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 6) once again targeted China, saying that their economy is "suffering greatly" because of the tariffs they brought in. The US president further said that the Chinese are "not doing business right now" and their ships are "turning around in the Pacific Ocean." Trump added that the Chinese leadership "want to meet", adding that they want to negotiate a trade deal to end the tariffs. Also read: US tariffs stall China’s services growth: PMI hits 7-month low as trade tensions escalate "We will be meeting with them at the right time," he said during his meeting with UK Prime Minister Mark Carney. US President Trump and UK PM Keir Starmer have now departed for private talks, where the media is not invited. Earlier today, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that China has not engaged in negotiations yet. "We are currently negotiating with 17 of those trading partners. China, we have not engaged in negotiations with as of yet," Bessent said. Also read: China's Xi Jinping to visit Russia on May 7-10, says Kremlin Last week, Trump in an interview to NBC, hinted at lowering tariffs on China, stressing that Beijing wants to do business with them. He acknowledged that the current tariffs are so high that the two of the world's largest economies have essentially stopped doing business with each other. "At some point, I'm going to lower them, because otherwise, you could never do business with them, and they want to do business very much," Trump said in an interview on NBC's 'Meet the Press with Kristen Welker'. He further said that there have been "positive" statements from China in the last few days, while, he also said that any deal finalised with China has to be "fair". China on Friday last week, hinted at being open to sit across the US on the negotiation table since Trump's tariffs were announced on Liberation Day, saying it was evaluating the possibility of trade talks with the US. Also read: ‘We don’t need ANYTHING from Canada’: Trump blasts Canada ahead of first meeting with PM Carney at White House

China 'suffering greatly' from tariffs: Trump once again targets Beijing, says Xi Jinping 'wants to meet' him

US President Donald Trump delivered a blunt message to Canada just before welcoming its new prime minister, Mark Carney, to the White House on Tuesday (May 06).
Posting on Truth Social, Trump claimed the United States &ldquo;doesn&rsquo;t need ANYTHING&rdquo; from its northern neighbour, not its cars, energy, or lumber.
&ldquo;I very much want to work with him, but cannot understand one simple TRUTH &mdash; Why is America subsidizing Canada by $200 Billion Dollars a year, in addition to giving them FREE Military Protection, and many other things?&rdquo; Trump wrote.
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&ldquo;We don&rsquo;t need their Cars, we don&rsquo;t need their Energy, we don&rsquo;t need their Lumber, we don&rsquo;t need ANYTHING they have, other than their friendship, which hopefully we will always maintain.&rdquo;
<h2>Carney gets frosty welcome</h2>
Trump said Carney would be arriving at the White House shortly, adding that his &ldquo;only question of consequence&rdquo; would be why the US needs anything from Canada at all.
The comments come at a time when relations between the two countries remain strained following Canada&rsquo;s recent federal election. Carney, the new Liberal leader, ran a campaign heavily critical of Trump and used his victory speech to declare that Canada would &ldquo;never&rdquo; yield to US pressure.
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<h2>Trump&rsquo;s numbers don&rsquo;t add up</h2>
The President&rsquo;s claim that the US is &ldquo;subsidising&rdquo; Canada by $200 billion a year is not supported by official data.
According to US government figures, the total trade deficit with Canada in 2024 stood at $35.7 billion. If only goods are counted, the deficit rises to $70.6 billion, still far below Trump&rsquo;s $200 billion figure.
<h2>Trade and tariffs remain sore points</h2>
Since returning to office, Trump has imposed heavy tariffs on Canadian goods and threatened key trade agreements. His approach has shaken long-standing ties between the two allies and played a major role in shaping Canada&rsquo;s recent election.
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Mark Carney, a former Bank of England governor, was elected after vowing to protect Canadian sovereignty and push back against what he described as Trump&rsquo;s bullying tactics.

World: Posting on Truth Social, Trump claimed the United States “doesn’t need ANYTHING” from its northern neighbour, not its cars, energy, or lumber.

US President Donald Trump delivered a blunt message to Canada just before welcoming its new prime minister, Mark Carney, to the White House on Tuesday (May 06). Posting on Truth Social, Trump claimed the United States “doesn’t need ANYTHING” from its northern neighbour, not its cars, energy, or lumber. “I very much want to work with him, but cannot understand one simple TRUTH — Why is America subsidizing Canada by $200 Billion Dollars a year, in addition to giving them FREE Military Protection, and many other things?” Trump wrote. Also read: ‘51st state’ threat, trade tensions: Trump, Canada’s Mark Carney to meet after 'anti-Trump' election win | What’s at stake “We don’t need their Cars, we don’t need their Energy, we don’t need their Lumber, we don’t need ANYTHING they have, other than their friendship, which hopefully we will always maintain.” Carney gets frosty welcome Trump said Carney would be arriving at the White House shortly, adding that his “only question of consequence” would be why the US needs anything from Canada at all. The comments come at a time when relations between the two countries remain strained following Canada’s recent federal election. Carney, the new Liberal leader, ran a campaign heavily critical of Trump and used his victory speech to declare that Canada would “never” yield to US pressure. Also read: Trump announces two new national holidays, but expects people to work on them Trump’s numbers don’t add up The President’s claim that the US is “subsidising” Canada by $200 billion a year is not supported by official data. According to US government figures, the total trade deficit with Canada in 2024 stood at $35.7 billion. If only goods are counted, the deficit rises to $70.6 billion, still far below Trump’s $200 billion figure. Trade and tariffs remain sore points Since returning to office, Trump has imposed heavy tariffs on Canadian goods and threatened key trade agreements. His approach has shaken long-standing ties between the two allies and played a major role in shaping Canada’s recent election. Also read: Why does Trump want to reopen Alcatraz, notorious prison closed since 1963? Mark Carney, a former Bank of England governor, was elected after vowing to protect Canadian sovereignty and push back against what he described as Trump’s bullying tactics.

‘We don’t need ANYTHING from Canada’: Trump blasts Canada ahead of first meeting with PM Carney at White House

US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with former Canadian PM Mark Carney for a crucial discussion at the White House. The meeting is expected to focus on global economic concerns and growing trade tensions. With trade wars looming, the outcome could have global implications.

Mark Carney set for a high-stakes meeting with US President Donald Trump

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is due to meet US President Donald Trump in Washington on Tuesday (May 06), according to a report by Bloomberg. This will be their first face-to-face meeting since Carney came to power following an election campaign that partly focused on pushing back against Trump&rsquo;s influence.
<h2>First meeting since anti-Trump election win</h2>
The exact details of the visit are still being finalised, but Carney&rsquo;s office confirmed that the two leaders spoke by phone recently. During that call, President Trump congratulated Carney on his election win.
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&ldquo;The two leaders agreed on the importance of Canada and the United States working together &ndash; as independent, sovereign nations &ndash; for their mutual betterment,&rdquo; Carney&rsquo;s office said in a statement on Tuesday.
<h2>Trump&rsquo;s remark on '51st state' sparks concern</h2>
The White House also commented on the Canadian election outcome. Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly said,
&ldquo;The election does not affect President Trump&rsquo;s plan to make Canada America&rsquo;s cherished 51st state.&rdquo;
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Trump had already hinted at the meeting during a Cabinet session earlier this week, saying Carney would visit &ldquo;within the next week or less.&rdquo;
<h2>Why is the Trump-Carney meeting important for Canada?</h2>
The upcoming meeting carries significant weight for Prime Minister Carney, who led the Liberal Party to victory with a firm stance on resetting Canada&rsquo;s relationship with the US. He had promised during his campaign to resolve the ongoing trade tensions between the two countries.
Carney made headlines in his victory speech, saying, "We are over the shock of American betrayal. But we should never forget the lessons.&rdquo;
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He had also dismissed Trump&rsquo;s repeated statements about absorbing Canada as a US state, declaring the traditional economic and security partnership with Washington as "over."
The leaders first spoke by phone on 28 March, two weeks after Carney officially replaced Justin Trudeau as prime minister. Carney said the two had agreed to begin comprehensive trade and security discussions once the election dust had settled.
A seasoned figure in global finance, Carney previously served as a central banker in both Canada and the UK. He became prime minister last month after Trudeau&rsquo;s resignation, which followed a drop in public support.
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World: This will be their first face-to-face meeting since Carney came to power following an election campaign that partly focused on pushing back against Trump’s influence.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is due to meet US President Donald Trump in Washington on Tuesday (May 06), according to a report by Bloomberg. This will be their first face-to-face meeting since Carney came to power following an election campaign that partly focused on pushing back against Trump’s influence. First meeting since anti-Trump election win The exact details of the visit are still being finalised, but Carney’s office confirmed that the two leaders spoke by phone recently. During that call, President Trump congratulated Carney on his election win. Also read: Mark Carney wins Big in Canada, thanks to Trump’s interference: Did his ‘51st State’ talk hand the Liberals election win? “The two leaders agreed on the importance of Canada and the United States working together – as independent, sovereign nations – for their mutual betterment,” Carney’s office said in a statement on Tuesday. Trump’s remark on '51st state' sparks concern The White House also commented on the Canadian election outcome. Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly said, “The election does not affect President Trump’s plan to make Canada America’s cherished 51st state.” Also read: Indo-Canadian MPs hit new high in Canada polls: How many got elected this year? | Full list Trump had already hinted at the meeting during a Cabinet session earlier this week, saying Carney would visit “within the next week or less.” Why is the Trump-Carney meeting important for Canada? The upcoming meeting carries significant weight for Prime Minister Carney, who led the Liberal Party to victory with a firm stance on resetting Canada’s relationship with the US. He had promised during his campaign to resolve the ongoing trade tensions between the two countries. Carney made headlines in his victory speech, saying, "We are over the shock of American betrayal. But we should never forget the lessons.” Also read: Mike Waltz's exit from NSA's post not a surprise: Trump has a history of replacing National Security Advisors | List here He had also dismissed Trump’s repeated statements about absorbing Canada as a US state, declaring the traditional economic and security partnership with Washington as "over." The leaders first spoke by phone on 28 March, two weeks after Carney officially replaced Justin Trudeau as prime minister. Carney said the two had agreed to begin comprehensive trade and security discussions once the election dust had settled. A seasoned figure in global finance, Carney previously served as a central banker in both Canada and the UK. He became prime minister last month after Trudeau’s resignation, which followed a drop in public support. Also read: 'Kissing my a**': Trump mocks 'buddy' Elon Musk after his alleged White House exit

‘51st state’ threat, trade tensions: Trump, Canada’s Mark Carney to meet after 'anti-Trump' election win | What’s at stake

<div class="x_elementToProof" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">A piping hot cup of coffee has long been a morning ritual for millions. But that ritual is coming with a heavier price tag &mdash; and not just because of inflation. From drought-hit plantations in Brazil to unpredictable the US trade policies, the global coffee supply chain is under siege. Here&rsquo;s why your favorite brew might soon feel like a luxury.</div>
<h2 class="x_elementToProof">Climate crisis hits coffee farms hard</h2>
<div class="x_elementToProof">Climate change is wreaking havoc in coffee-growing regions, especially in Brazil and Vietnam, which are also two powerhouses in global production.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">Extreme heat and prolonged drought have reduced yields drastically, driving up bean prices across the board. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), global green coffee exports fell by 14.2% in February compared to last year.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">Rene&eacute; Col&oacute;n, owner of Fuego Coffee Roasters in New York, told AP that she paid $5.50 per pound for beans in March, a sharp jump from just $2.50 in September. That&rsquo;s more than double the cost in just six months.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">She warned of worsening scarcity: &ldquo;Coffee is going to become scarcer. The Brazilian crop loss we just saw is a prime example of how climate extremes are affecting supply,&rdquo; she told AP.</div>
<h2 class="x_elementToProof">Trump tariffs brew fresh trouble</h2>
<div class="x_elementToProof">As if climate wasn&rsquo;t enough, the US import tariffs under President Donald Trump are further tightening the screws.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">Currently, a 10% import tariff applies to coffee imports from Brazil, Ethiopia, and Colombia &mdash; three major coffee-exporting nations. Trump had also threatened 46% tariffs on Vietnamese coffee and 32% on Indonesian imports. Although these specific hikes were paused, the mere announcements sent shockwaves through the coffee industry.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">Coffee buyers and roasters are struggling to make sense of the constant policy flip-flops.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">&ldquo;It felt like a rollercoaster,&rdquo; said Daria Whalen, a buyer at Ritual Coffee Roasters, while speaking to AP. She described being in Mexico during April as she scrambled to secure contracts amid uncertainty over which tariffs would take effect and when. &ldquo;By the end of the day, sometimes the tariffs just disappeared,&rdquo; she added.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">This unpredictability is forcing businesses to rework supply chains. Many roasters are now pre-buying stock, fearing future tariffs. But that also drives up short-term demand and prices.</div>
<h2 class="x_elementToProof">Prices, profits and panic: A triple-whammy situation</h2>
<div class="x_elementToProof">Coffee roasters are now walking a tightrope: how much of the rising cost can they absorb, and how much can they pass on to consumers?</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">Col&oacute;n shared with AP that her business has already raised wholesale bean prices by 25 cents per pound and may soon raise prices for espresso drinks and pour-overs at her cafes. Yet, she&rsquo;s wary of losing customers as consumer confidence in the U.S. hits a 12-year low.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">&ldquo;It&rsquo;s tough on every side,&rdquo; she told AP. &ldquo;The price goes up for us, the consumer pays more, and the farmers suffer massive losses from droughts and storms.&rdquo;</div>
<h2 class="x_elementToProof">How small businesses are adapting?</h2>
<div class="x_elementToProof">Despite the odds, Col&oacute;n is expanding. According to AP, she and her husband took out a $50,000 loan in December to purchase a custom coffee roaster from Turkey, tripling their roasting capacity. They&rsquo;re also focusing on direct-to-consumer sales through a subscription model and pursuing more wholesale clients.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">To save costs, she&rsquo;s exploring in-house storage of raw beans, avoiding monthly charges of $500 at port-side warehouses.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">And while international suppliers have approached her with cost-saving alternatives &mdash; like routing coffee through Canada due to a strong U.S. dollar &mdash; Col&oacute;n isn&rsquo;t biting.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">&ldquo;That adds more borders, more delays, more confusion,&rdquo; she told AP. &ldquo;I want things to be less complicated, not more.&rdquo;</div>

Business & Economy: Uncover how climate and trade disruptions are impacting the coffee industry, and making your favorite cup of latte more costly.

A piping hot cup of coffee has long been a morning ritual for millions. But that ritual is coming with a heavier price tag — and not just because of inflation. From drought-hit plantations in Brazil to unpredictable the US trade policies, the global coffee supply chain is under siege. Here’s why your favorite brew might soon feel like a luxury. Climate crisis hits coffee farms hard Climate change is wreaking havoc in coffee-growing regions, especially in Brazil and Vietnam, which are also two powerhouses in global production. Extreme heat and prolonged drought have reduced yields drastically, driving up bean prices across the board. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), global green coffee exports fell by 14.2% in February compared to last year. Reneé Colón, owner of Fuego Coffee Roasters in New York, told AP that she paid $5.50 per pound for beans in March, a sharp jump from just $2.50 in September. That’s more than double the cost in just six months. She warned of worsening scarcity: “Coffee is going to become scarcer. The Brazilian crop loss we just saw is a prime example of how climate extremes are affecting supply,” she told AP. Trump tariffs brew fresh trouble As if climate wasn’t enough, the US import tariffs under President Donald Trump are further tightening the screws. Currently, a 10% import tariff applies to coffee imports from Brazil, Ethiopia, and Colombia — three major coffee-exporting nations. Trump had also threatened 46% tariffs on Vietnamese coffee and 32% on Indonesian imports. Although these specific hikes were paused, the mere announcements sent shockwaves through the coffee industry. Coffee buyers and roasters are struggling to make sense of the constant policy flip-flops. “It felt like a rollercoaster,” said Daria Whalen, a buyer at Ritual Coffee Roasters, while speaking to AP. She described being in Mexico during April as she scrambled to secure contracts amid uncertainty over which tariffs would take effect and when. “By the end of the day, sometimes the tariffs just disappeared,” she added. This unpredictability is forcing businesses to rework supply chains. Many roasters are now pre-buying stock, fearing future tariffs. But that also drives up short-term demand and prices. Prices, profits and panic: A triple-whammy situation Coffee roasters are now walking a tightrope: how much of the rising cost can they absorb, and how much can they pass on to consumers? Colón shared with AP that her business has already raised wholesale bean prices by 25 cents per pound and may soon raise prices for espresso drinks and pour-overs at her cafes. Yet, she’s wary of losing customers as consumer confidence in the U.S. hits a 12-year low. “It’s tough on every side,” she told AP. “The price goes up for us, the consumer pays more, and the farmers suffer massive losses from droughts and storms.” How small businesses are adapting? Despite the odds, Colón is expanding. According to AP, she and her husband took out a $50,000 loan in December to purchase a custom coffee roaster from Turkey, tripling their roasting capacity. They’re also focusing on direct-to-consumer sales through a subscription model and pursuing more wholesale clients. To save costs, she’s exploring in-house storage of raw beans, avoiding monthly charges of $500 at port-side warehouses. And while international suppliers have approached her with cost-saving alternatives — like routing coffee through Canada due to a strong U.S. dollar — Colón isn’t biting. “That adds more borders, more delays, more confusion,” she told AP. “I want things to be less complicated, not more.”

Is your coffee getting pricier?: Here’s how climate change and Trump tariff is affecting it

Canada's Liberal Party, led by Mark Carney, wins a new term in power. However, the election takes a dramatic turn with Donald Trump's comments on Canada, calling it the '51st state'. Watch this report for more information!

Mark Carney celebrates victory in Canada election

US President Trump congratulates Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on his election win, agreeing to meet and work together despite tensions over tariffs and trade policies. Watch this report for more information!

Trump, Carney agree to 'meet & work together'

Carney's tough stance on US wins over Poilievre's pitch for change

Canada elections: India-Canada reset ties on cards

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave "complete operational freedom" to armed forces to respond to Pakistan in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack.
Mark Carney&rsquo;s Liberal Party has secured a fourth term in power following a landmark victory in the Canadian elections.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump signed an executive order mandating that truck drivers have to be proficient in English.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (April 29) gives "complete operational freedom" to Armed Forces to respond to Pakistan in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack, that claimed the lives of at least 27 people.&nbsp;
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The latest executive order signed by US President Donald Trump mandates truck drivers to be proficient in English, which has worried Sikh truck drivers.&nbsp;
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday (April 29) said that the President Donald Trump's administration is "very close" to finalise a trade agreement with India, adding that it easy to do with India.&nbsp;
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In a tragic incident in China&rsquo;s northern city of Liaoyang, 22 people were killed while 3 were injured in a fire at a restaurant, authorities said. Following the fire, several regional politicians &ndash; from the governor down &ndash; have pledged to get to the bottom of the disaster and severely punish those responsible.
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Guyana High Commissioner Dharamkumar Seeraj has extended his country's support to India in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack. Speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal, he said Guyana President Ali 'supports India in whatever moves they are going to make to ensure that the perpetrators of this terrorist attack that they are brought to justice'.&nbsp;
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Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi responded to ex-India opener Shikhar Dhawan, who had given a terse and patriotic response to Afridi when he made controversial remarks regarding the Indian Army after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave "complete operational freedom" to armed forces to respond to Pakistan in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack. Mark Carney’s Liberal Party has secured a fourth term in power following a landmark victory in the Canadian elections. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump signed an executive order mandating that truck drivers have to be proficient in English. Click on the headlines for more 'Crushing blow to terrorism': PM Modi gives 'complete freedom' to armed forces to act against Pakistan after Pahalgam attack Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (April 29) gives "complete operational freedom" to Armed Forces to respond to Pakistan in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack, that claimed the lives of at least 27 people. ‘A new path forward’: Carney’s Liberals secure victory in Canadian elections amid Trump’s looming threats Mark Carney’s Liberal Party has secured a fourth term in power following a landmark victory in the Canadian elections, which was highly influenced by US President Donald Trump. However, the results suggested that the Liberals fell short of a majority government. Sikh truck drivers in US worried? Trump's new order says American truckers have to be 'proficient in English' The latest executive order signed by US President Donald Trump mandates truck drivers to be proficient in English, which has worried Sikh truck drivers. ‘Hostile and political’: White House slams Jeff Bezos over Amazon’s move to show Trump’s tariffs on price tags The White House has slammed Jeff Bezos for Amazon’s ‘hostile and political act’ against America. This comes after Amazon announced it would show the cost of tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on the price of products. US-India trade deal soon? US Treasury Secretary Bessent says negotiations 'smoother' with India than other nations US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday (April 29) said that the President Donald Trump's administration is "very close" to finalise a trade agreement with India, adding that it easy to do with India. China’s Liaoyang authorities vow to punish those responsible after a restaurant fire claims 22 lives, injures 3 In a tragic incident in China’s northern city of Liaoyang, 22 people were killed while 3 were injured in a fire at a restaurant, authorities said. Following the fire, several regional politicians – from the governor down – have pledged to get to the bottom of the disaster and severely punish those responsible. Will support India: Guyana High Commissioner Dharamkumar on Pahalgam terror attack Guyana High Commissioner Dharamkumar Seeraj has extended his country's support to India in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack. Speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal, he said Guyana President Ali 'supports India in whatever moves they are going to make to ensure that the perpetrators of this terrorist attack that they are brought to justice'. Mehul Choksi alleges violation of natural justice by Belgian authorities, files fresh plea Fugitive Mehul Choksi has filed a fresh plea before the Belgian Court of Appeal, in an attempt to prevent extradition to India. He also claimed Belgian authorities are violating the principles of natural justice. Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par trailer launch event pushed due to Pahalgam tragedy Aamir Khan’s much-anticipated Sitaare Zameen Par, a spiritual sequel to the 2007 film Taare Zameen Par is one of the most anticipated films of the season. The trailer of the film was scheduled to release this week, however, it has now been delayed due to the Pahalgam tragedy. The decision was made as a gesture of respect for the lives lost in the horrific incident and in acknowledgement of the sombre national mood that has followed. Pahalgam terror attack | 'Forget about wins & losses, I will host you for tea Shikhar': Afridi’s reply to Dhawan amidst India-Pak tension Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi responded to ex-India opener Shikhar Dhawan, who had given a terse and patriotic response to Afridi when he made controversial remarks regarding the Indian Army after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025.

Top 10 world news: PM Modi gives 'complete freedom' to military to act against Pakistan; Carney wins in Canada elections

Indian-origin politicians, especially those with roots in Punjab, have made a notable impact in Canada&rsquo;s newly elected Parliament. Out of around 75 candidates of Indian descent who contested the election, 24 have either won or are on track to win, a slight rise from the 21 seats secured in the 2021 federal vote.
<h2>Sukh Dhaliwal wins sixth term</h2>
Leading the pack is veteran Liberal MP Sukh Dhaliwal from Surrey-Newton, who has been elected for the sixth time. Originally from Punjab, the 65-year-old engineer-turned-land surveyor was first elected in 2006 and has held the Surrey&ndash;Newton seat since 2011.
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<h2>Anita Anand</h2>
Anita Anand of the Liberal Party held on to her Oakville East seat, taking 50.7% of the vote. She defeated Conservative Ron Chhinzer, who got 45.1%, and now enters her third consecutive term in Ottawa.
<h2>Shuv Majumdar</h2>
On the Conservative side, Shuv Majumdar claimed the Calgary Heritage riding with a landslide win. He secured 61.7% of votes, leaving Liberal rival Scott Arnott far behind at 34.4%.
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<h2>Randeep Sarai</h2>
In Surrey Centre, lawyer and entrepreneur Randeep Sarai retained his seat. Sarai has served as MP since 2015 and continues to represent a constituency with a large South Asian population.
<h2>Parm Bains</h2>
Parm Bains, also of the Liberal Party, won again in Steveston&ndash;Richmond East. A former media professional and lecturer, Bains has now secured his second term.
<h2>Gurbux Saini</h2>
First-time MP Gurbux Saini, representing Fleetwood&ndash;Port Kells, stood out with a personal story of grit. Having migrated from Punjab in 1970 with just $8, Saini rose from working in a lumber mill to becoming a plant manager and city councillor.
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<h2>Sukhman Singh Gill</h2>
At just 25, Conservative Sukhman Singh Gill is likely to be the youngest MP in Parliament. Raised on a farm near Abbotsford, Gill beat Independent candidate Mike De Jong. His family hails from Bukanwala village in Punjab.
<h2>Jasraj Singh Hallan</h2>
Indian-origin candidates performed especially well in Alberta. Jasraj Singh Hallan retained his Calgary East seat for the Conservatives. Born in Dubai to Indian parents, Hallan has been in Parliament since 2019.
<h2>Dalwinder Gill</h2>
Dalwinder Gill won Calgary McKnight, beating Liberal candidate George Chahal. A real estate agent for 21 years, Gill credited his social media outreach for the win.
<h2>Amanpreet Singh Gill</h2>
Another Conservative win came from Amanpreet Singh Gill in Calgary Skyview. A businessman and gurdwara manager, he triumphed despite past controversy linked to a temple dispute.
Watch:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/canada-elections-pro-khalistani-leader-jagmeet-singh-defeated-carney-wins-polls-9015747" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Canada Elections: Pro-khalistani Leader Jagmeet Singh Defeated, Carney Wins Polls</a>
<h2>Tim Uppal</h2>
Veteran MP Tim Uppal kept his seat in Edmonton Mill Woods. First elected in 2008, Uppal has held ministerial roles including Minister of State for Democratic Reform.
<h2>Anju Dhillon</h2>
In Quebec, Anju Dhillon of the Liberal Party continued her winning streak. Elected in 2015, she was the first South Asian woman MP from the province and has served as Parliamentary Secretary for the Status of Women.
<h2>Ruby Sahota</h2>
Ontario saw several victories for Indian-origin candidates. Ruby Sahota (Liberal, Brampton North), a former minister and lawyer, secured another term. Iqwinder Gaheer, a Harvard-educated lawyer and one of the youngest MPs in 2021, held on to his Mississauga&ndash;Malton seat.
<h2>Maninder Sidhu</h2>
Entrepreneur Maninder Sidhu won re-election in Brampton East, having first entered Parliament in 2019. Sonia Sidhu, representing Brampton South, also retained her position. A former diabetes educator, she has consistently worked on women&rsquo;s health and rights.
<h2>Parm Gill </h2>
Former provincial minister Parm Gill won the Milton East&ndash;Halton Hills South seat as a Conservative. Bardish Chagger, a former federal cabinet minister, kept her seat in Waterloo.
This year&rsquo;s election has brought in 10 new Indo-Canadian MPs.

Out of around 75 candidates of Indian descent who contested the election, 24 have either won or are on track to win, a slight rise from the 21 seats secured in the 2021 federal vote. World India news

Indian-origin politicians, especially those with roots in Punjab, have made a notable impact in Canada’s newly elected Parliament. Out of around 75 candidates of Indian descent who contested the election, 24 have either won or are on track to win, a slight rise from the 21 seats secured in the 2021 federal vote. Sukh Dhaliwal wins sixth term Leading the pack is veteran Liberal MP Sukh Dhaliwal from Surrey-Newton, who has been elected for the sixth time. Originally from Punjab, the 65-year-old engineer-turned-land surveyor was first elected in 2006 and has held the Surrey–Newton seat since 2011. Also read: 'India, Canada bound by shared democratic values'; PM Modi congratulates Mark Carney on election win Anita Anand Anita Anand of the Liberal Party held on to her Oakville East seat, taking 50.7% of the vote. She defeated Conservative Ron Chhinzer, who got 45.1%, and now enters her third consecutive term in Ottawa. Shuv Majumdar On the Conservative side, Shuv Majumdar claimed the Calgary Heritage riding with a landslide win. He secured 61.7% of votes, leaving Liberal rival Scott Arnott far behind at 34.4%. Also read: Mark Carney wins Big in Canada, thanks to Trump’s interference: Did his ‘51st State’ talk hand the Liberals election win? Randeep Sarai In Surrey Centre, lawyer and entrepreneur Randeep Sarai retained his seat. Sarai has served as MP since 2015 and continues to represent a constituency with a large South Asian population. Parm Bains Parm Bains, also of the Liberal Party, won again in Steveston–Richmond East. A former media professional and lecturer, Bains has now secured his second term. Gurbux Saini First-time MP Gurbux Saini, representing Fleetwood–Port Kells, stood out with a personal story of grit. Having migrated from Punjab in 1970 with just $8, Saini rose from working in a lumber mill to becoming a plant manager and city councillor. Also read: Internet cheers drubbing of Canada’s pro-Khalistani leader Jagmeet Singh. Will his loss help ease Delhi-Ottawa ties? Sukhman Singh Gill At just 25, Conservative Sukhman Singh Gill is likely to be the youngest MP in Parliament. Raised on a farm near Abbotsford, Gill beat Independent candidate Mike De Jong. His family hails from Bukanwala village in Punjab. Jasraj Singh Hallan Indian-origin candidates performed especially well in Alberta. Jasraj Singh Hallan retained his Calgary East seat for the Conservatives. Born in Dubai to Indian parents, Hallan has been in Parliament since 2019. Dalwinder Gill Dalwinder Gill won Calgary McKnight, beating Liberal candidate George Chahal. A real estate agent for 21 years, Gill credited his social media outreach for the win. Amanpreet Singh Gill Another Conservative win came from Amanpreet Singh Gill in Calgary Skyview. A businessman and gurdwara manager, he triumphed despite past controversy linked to a temple dispute. Watch: Canada Elections: Pro-khalistani Leader Jagmeet Singh Defeated, Carney Wins Polls Tim Uppal Veteran MP Tim Uppal kept his seat in Edmonton Mill Woods. First elected in 2008, Uppal has held ministerial roles including Minister of State for Democratic Reform. Anju Dhillon In Quebec, Anju Dhillon of the Liberal Party continued her winning streak. Elected in 2015, she was the first South Asian woman MP from the province and has served as Parliamentary Secretary for the Status of Women. Ruby Sahota Ontario saw several victories for Indian-origin candidates. Ruby Sahota (Liberal, Brampton North), a former minister and lawyer, secured another term. Iqwinder Gaheer, a Harvard-educated lawyer and one of the youngest MPs in 2021, held on to his Mississauga–Malton seat. Maninder Sidhu Entrepreneur Maninder Sidhu won re-election in Brampton East, having first entered Parliament in 2019. Sonia Sidhu, representing Brampton South, also retained her position. A former diabetes educator, she has consistently worked on women’s health and rights. Parm Gill Former provincial minister Parm Gill won the Milton East–Halton Hills South seat as a Conservative. Bardish Chagger, a former federal cabinet minister, kept her seat in Waterloo. This year’s election has brought in 10 new Indo-Canadian MPs.

Indo-Canadian MPs hit new high in Canada polls: How many got elected this year? | Full list

Canada Elections: Pro-khalistani Leader Jagmeet Singh Defeated, Carney Wins Polls

Mark Carney Bags Surprise Victory For Liberals, Jagmeet Singh Faces Crushing Defeat

Mark Carney&rsquo;s Liberal Party has secured a fourth term in power following a landmark victory in the Canadian elections, which was highly influenced by US President Donald Trump. However, the results suggested that the Liberals fell short of a majority government. &nbsp; Congratulatory messages started pouring in from world leaders, including China and India, welcoming cooperation with Carney's government.
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In his victory speech on Tuesday (Apr 29), Carney claimed that Trump wanted to &ldquo;break&rdquo; Canada, pledging to beat the US in its trade war. Trump has not only threatened Canada with tariffs but has also repeatedly suggested making the country the 51st state of the United States.
In his campaign, Carney promised to chart &ldquo;a new path forward&rdquo; in a world &ldquo;fundamentally changed&rdquo; by a United States that is newly hostile to free trade.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We are over the shock of the American betrayal, but we should never forget the lessons,&rdquo; said Carney, the former central banker and political novice who recently succeeded Justin Trudeau as Prime Minister.
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&ldquo;We will win this trade war and build the strongest economy in the G7,&rdquo; he said.&nbsp;
Carney&rsquo;s Liberals will need to join hands with smaller parties to form a government as they fell just short of a majority.
<h2>&lsquo;Canada first&rsquo;</h2>
Pierre Poilievre&rsquo;s Conservative Party was on track to win the elections, however, Trump&rsquo;s attacks and the departure of former prime minister Justin Trudeau reshaped the race. Carney appeared an ideal candidate to fight against Trump&rsquo;s threats.
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Poilievre, whose party conceded defeat on Tuesday (Apr 29), promised to work with the Liberals to counter Trump.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We will always put Canada first,&rdquo; Poilievre told supporters in Ottawa.
&ldquo;Conservatives will work with the prime minister and all parties with the common goal of defending Canada&rsquo;s interests and getting a new trade deal that puts these tariffs behind us while protecting our sovereignty,&rdquo; he said.
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<h2>World leaders welcome Carney</h2>
British leader Keir Starmer congratulated Carney and said he looked forward to strengthening bilateral ties. He added that the two nations are &ldquo;the closest of allies, partners and friends.&rdquo;
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen also expressed willingness to work with Ottawa to &ldquo;defend our shared democratic values, promote multilateralism, and champion free and fair trade.&rdquo;
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On Carney&rsquo;s victory, China&rsquo;s foreign ministry said it was &ldquo;willing to develop China-Canada relations on the basis of mutual respect, equality, and mutual benefit.&rdquo;
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he looked forward to growing relations with Ottawa and &ldquo;unlock greater opportunities for our people.&rdquo;

Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative Party was on track to win the elections, however, Trump’s attacks and the departure of former prime minister Justin Trudeau reshaped the race. World

Mark Carney’s Liberal Party has secured a fourth term in power following a landmark victory in the Canadian elections, which was highly influenced by US President Donald Trump. However, the results suggested that the Liberals fell short of a majority government. Congratulatory messages started pouring in from world leaders, including China and India, welcoming cooperation with Carney's government. Also read | 'India, Canada bound by shared democratic values'; PM Modi congratulates Mark Carney on election win In his victory speech on Tuesday (Apr 29), Carney claimed that Trump wanted to “break” Canada, pledging to beat the US in its trade war. Trump has not only threatened Canada with tariffs but has also repeatedly suggested making the country the 51st state of the United States. In his campaign, Carney promised to chart “a new path forward” in a world “fundamentally changed” by a United States that is newly hostile to free trade. “We are over the shock of the American betrayal, but we should never forget the lessons,” said Carney, the former central banker and political novice who recently succeeded Justin Trudeau as Prime Minister. Also read | Internet cheers drubbing of Canada’s pro-Khalistani leader Jagmeet Singh. Will his loss help ease Delhi-Ottawa ties? “We will win this trade war and build the strongest economy in the G7,” he said. Carney’s Liberals will need to join hands with smaller parties to form a government as they fell just short of a majority. ‘Canada first’ Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative Party was on track to win the elections, however, Trump’s attacks and the departure of former prime minister Justin Trudeau reshaped the race. Carney appeared an ideal candidate to fight against Trump’s threats. Also read | Mark Carney wins Big in Canada, thanks to Trump’s interference: Did his ‘51st State’ talk hand the Liberals election win? Poilievre, whose party conceded defeat on Tuesday (Apr 29), promised to work with the Liberals to counter Trump. “We will always put Canada first,” Poilievre told supporters in Ottawa. “Conservatives will work with the prime minister and all parties with the common goal of defending Canada’s interests and getting a new trade deal that puts these tariffs behind us while protecting our sovereignty,” he said. Also read | Pro-Khalistan leader Jagmeet Singh chokes back tears after crushing blow in Canada election-VIDEO World leaders welcome Carney British leader Keir Starmer congratulated Carney and said he looked forward to strengthening bilateral ties. He added that the two nations are “the closest of allies, partners and friends.” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen also expressed willingness to work with Ottawa to “defend our shared democratic values, promote multilateralism, and champion free and fair trade.” Watch | Liberals win Canada election: Mark Carney shows tough stance on the US after victory On Carney’s victory, China’s foreign ministry said it was “willing to develop China-Canada relations on the basis of mutual respect, equality, and mutual benefit.” Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he looked forward to growing relations with Ottawa and “unlock greater opportunities for our people.”

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