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Ahead of a high-stakes U.S.-China summit, key logistical details remain unresolved, with U.S. interagency preparations behind schedule and Chinese officials privately concerned about planning. The article details state dinner seating, delegation composition, and potential AI and trade discussions, while noting Beijing remains optimistic about managing the U.S.
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the EU's first associate member through a broader 'Alliance for the Future.' The move comes as Trump threatens tariffs and criticizes Canada, while Ottawa seeks to reduce dependence on the U.S. and strengthen its sovereignty.
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Congress passed a bill that would allow Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100% on top buyers of Russian energy and add sanctions on Russian officials and networks helping evade existing sanctions. The bill passed 262-159 after debate split both parties over giving Trump broader tariff authority. The Senate had previously passed it 86-11.
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The EU proposed creating a new 'associate member' status for Canada, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announcing the idea during her State of the Union address while Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney attended. The proposal aims to deepen EU-Canada ties amid strained relations with Washington, though questions remain about what the status would entail and whether EU governments and Canadian political factions will support it.
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An expert warns that five battleground states could be the biggest losers in Trump's escalating trade war with Canada, with retaliatory tariffs exposing billions in exports and raising costs for businesses and consumers ahead of the midterms. The piece stresses affordability concerns and contrasts Trump's claims about manufacturing gains with ongoing price increases.
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The European Union proposed making Canada its first associate member, deepening economic and security ties as Canada seeks to reduce reliance on the U.S. The piece frames the move as a response to Trump's tariffs and threats, while noting uncertainty over what associate membership would entail.
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the EU's first associate member during her State of the European Union address. The overture comes as Trump administration tariffs and rhetoric push Canada toward closer European ties, though details of the arrangement remain unclear.
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the EU’s first associate member, building on the CETA trade agreement with a broader 'Alliance for the Future.' The overture comes as US tariffs and Trump’s talk of making Canada the 51st state push Ottawa toward closer economic and security ties with Europe. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has sought a 'unique alliance' with the EU and rejected US trade terms he says would weaken Canadian sovereignty.
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Canada and the EU are deepening ties as both seek to reduce reliance on the US amid Trump-era trade tensions. The article frames Trump's tariffs and annexation-style rhetoric as the catalyst for a closer Canada-EU alliance. It highlights Canadian counter-tariffs and EU interest in stronger cooperation on trade, energy, minerals, and defense.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada aims to emerge from its trade war with the United States as a stronger, more independent economy and announced plans to seek private investment in major airports. He criticized a zero-sum approach to international economic relations while saying Canada will wait for the right conditions for a deal.
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At the 2026 Emmys, Sally Field thanked Canada during her acceptance speech, a subtle reference to U.S.-Canada trade tensions. The article contextualizes the remark with the ongoing trade war, Trump's tariff actions, and other examples of celebrities making political statements at awards shows.
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Montana farmers describe being hurt by Canadian retaliatory tariffs and uncertainty from the Trump administration's trade war, including higher equipment costs and disrupted cross-border agricultural trade. Some are adapting with new crops and equipment, while farmers and officials express frustration that food and farming are being used as bargaining chips.