CBC Politics
Thousands are now Canadians under new citizenship law. Half of them are Americans
A recent change to Canadian federal law has granted citizenship certificates to thousands of people worldwide who were previously excluded — and Americans make up roughly half of that newly recognized group. The timing is notable, coinciding with heightened tensions over U.S.-Canada relations and a surge of American interest in relocating north. The move signals how legislative fine-tuning can quietly reshape a country's national identity in significant numbers.
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Globe and Mail
Politics Insider: Canada’s exports to China could double, Beijing’s top diplomat says
China's top diplomat signaled a major economic opportunity for Canada during high-level talks in Ottawa, suggesting bilateral trade could see exports double. Foreign Affairs Minister Wang Yi met with Prime Minister Carney and Foreign Minister Anand in what marks a notable warming of ties between the two countries. The meeting signals Canada may be pivoting toward deeper trade relationships with Beijing amid ongoing tensions with Washington.
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CBC Politics
Canada committed to deepening ties with China, Anand tells Chinese minister
Canada is signaling a shift in its approach to Beijing, with Foreign Affairs Minister Anand affirming the country's commitment to strengthening ties with China during a high-level meeting in Ottawa. The visit by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi marks the first by a Chinese top diplomat to Canada in a decade, underscoring the diplomatic significance of the engagement. The talks reflect growing pressure on Western nations to balance economic interests with geopolitical tensions in their relationships with China.
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